TG Omori Shares Emotional Story of Kidney Failure Battle and Transplant Rejection

Nigerian music video director TG Omori has opened up about a difficult health journey, revealing that he battled kidney failure for over six months while receiving treatment at a hospital in Ikoyi, Lagos.

The acclaimed director shared that the health struggle was kept private, with only a few close friends in the music industry, including Olamide, Fireboy, Asake, Rema, Young Jonn, and Zlatan, aware of what he was going through.

According to TG Omori, six people were willing to donate a kidney, but after a mismatch, his brother eventually became the donor. However, the transplant was unsuccessful after his body rejected the donated kidney.

The revelation has drawn emotional reactions from fans and colleagues, with many showing support for the creative director and praising his strength throughout the challenging period.

Known for his groundbreaking visuals and contributions to Nigerian music culture, TG Omori has directed some of Afrobeats’ biggest music videos, helping shape the visual identity of the genre on a global scale.

His story has sparked an outpouring of love and encouragement from the entertainment community as fans continue to stand with him.