Edo civil servant begs for N11m to save 10-yr-old daughter battling cancer after N30m spent

By Chioma Obinna

A 10-year-old girl, Favour Augustine, is fighting for her life after being diagnosed with Stage IV Wilms’ tumour, a severe form of kidney cancer, as her Edo State civil servant father appeals for N11 million to continue her treatment.

Her father, Mr Akhilo Augustine, says the family has already spent over N30 million in a desperate effort to keep her alive, selling assets, taking loans, and depending on support from relatives, friends, and kind-hearted strangers.

Despite these sacrifices, her condition remains critical.

Favour’s health challenges began in November 2023 when she complained of what seemed like a mild stomach ache. It was initially managed as a routine illness.

However, the pain persisted and gradually became worse.

By 2025, further medical tests in Benin City revealed significant damage to her left kidney, leading to her referral to the Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital for specialist care.

At the hospital, doctors confirmed a devastating diagnosis: Stage IV Wilms’ tumour.

A medical report signed by Consultant Paediatrician, Dr Okosun O.A., indicated that Favour first presented in February 2025 with abdominal swelling and persistent pain, with the cancer confirmed by May 2025.
In an attempt to save her life, surgeons removed Favour’s left kidney in 2025. The family initially hoped this would mark a turning point in her recovery.

However, her condition later worsened, with recurring abdominal pain and swelling, requiring ongoing chemotherapy and intensive medical care.

Each treatment cycle has placed a heavy financial burden on the family, with chemotherapy alone costing over N400,000 monthly, excluding drugs, laboratory tests, and other hospital expenses.

Her elder sister, Blessing Augustine, said the family has reached its breaking point.

“We have sold everything we had. We have spent over N30 million. We have borrowed, we have begged, and we have done everything possible,” she said.

“But we are still losing her slowly because we cannot afford the next stage of treatment.”

Doctors have warned that Favour’s treatment must continue without interruption to give her a chance of survival. However, financial difficulties have already caused delays in chemotherapy sessions, further weakening her condition.

The family is now urgently seeking N11 million to sustain her treatment and prevent further deterioration.
Mr Augustine said the situation has left him heartbroken as a father.

“I am watching my child fight for her life every day,” he said. “We have done everything within our power. Now we are asking Nigerians to help us not lose her.”

The Augustine family is appealing to Nigerians, corporate organisations, and philanthropists to intervene before it is too late.

They say every contribution, no matter how small, could help give Favour another chance at life.
“She is still fighting,” Blessing said. “We just need help to keep her alive.”

If you are touched by her story, please send donation to account details, Name: Augustine Favour Emoshorame, Number: 0450909702 and Bank: Wema Bank or call 0805 826 4535