Popular comedian and actor, Atunyota Akpobome, better known as Ali Baba, has recovered from the dreaded COVID-19 disease.
The veteran humour merchant made this disclosure in a post on his Instagram page on Monday, January 4, 2021.
In the post, Ali Baba said he contracted the virus unaware to many people.
While expressing gratitude to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos amongst others for risking their lives to keep people safe, Ali Baba slammed those who has the notion that COVID-19 is fraud.
“COVID is real. Don’t let anyone tell you it’s a scam. I just came out of isolation. Several people died while I was there. Some of my close friends knew and they were very supportive.
“I thank the Lagos State governor @jidesanwoolu and the commissioner for health, the MD of the COVID CENTRE in YABA, the Doctors, especially Dr Nifemi, who are risking their lives to keep us alive. Thanks to all the nurses.
“I want to thank @gbengaadeyinka1stgcon… you are a good friend. @margaretorakwusi @maryamuwai @itsifeanyi and friends to go checked up on me. COVID is real. Observe all the protocols.
“People are dying. And it’s not a joke. In fact, anyone who says COVID is a scam is a compound idiot and a fool,” the comedian wrote.
With his recovery, Ali Baba joins the list of celebrity survivors of the disease who have shared their experiences.
