# Health challenges for Nollywood actors Pete Edochie and Arm > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/health-challenges-for-nollywood-actors-pete-edochie-and-arm > Updated: 2026-10-03T12:30:05.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has disclosed facing significant health challenges, including difficulty walking and intermittent swelling in his hands and legs. While visiting Accra, Ghana, to support fellow veteran actor Emmanuel Armah, Edochie expressed concerns about becoming a burden to others, though he remains hopeful for recovery. Emmanuel Armah has been battling a serious health condition involving high blood pressure and cholesterol for approximately 11 years. His wife, Stella Amina Armah, noted that while doctors believe improvement is possible, Armah has occasionally been reluctant to follow medical advice or undergo physiotherapy. He is currently receiving care and massage therapy in Kasoa. During his time in Ghana for the launch of the Pete Edochie Legacy Project, Edochie reiterated his physical struggles and his desire to avoid causing distress to his family, stating he has prayed for God to take him when his time comes. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-03: Pete Edochie reveals health struggles during visit to Ghana Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has revealed he is facing health issues, including walking difficulties and body swelling, while visiting colleague Emmanuel Armah in Ghana. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pete-edochie-reveals-health-struggles-during-visit-to-ghana ### 2026-10-01: Pete Edochie and Emmanuel Armah face health challenges Veteran actors Pete Edochie and Emmanuel Armah are facing health struggles. Edochie reported difficulty walking and body swelling, while Armah continues an 11-year battle with chronic illness. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pete-edochie-and-emmanuel-armah-face-health-challenges --- Cite as: Health challenges for Nollywood actors Pete Edochie and Arm. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/health-challenges-for-nollywood-actors-pete-edochie-and-arm