Popular Nigerian singer and politician, Bankole Wellington, popularly known by his stage name Banky W, has revealed that he has recently undergone a fourth surgery to treat a rare strain of skin cancer. This follows his disclosure in November 2017 of a third surgery for the same condition.
On Thursday, Banky W took to Instagram to express his profound gratitude to God for his recovery and to encourage others facing similar challenges.
“Final Score – Christ 4 – Cancer Tumors 0. Sometimes, your faith in God will not prevent the storms from coming… but it will carry you through them,” he wrote. “Faith won’t always stop you from hurting, but it will help you heal, and it will help you deal.”
Banky W emphasized that while faith might not prevent difficulties, it provides strength to overcome them. “God never said the weapons wouldn’t form, He promised that they wouldn’t prosper. He never said the enemy wouldn’t come… He promised that when the enemy comes in like a flood, the Spirit of God would raise a standard against him,” he added.
He also expressed his gratitude towards his family, friends, and medical professionals for their unwavering support throughout his journey.
“Posting this testimony to encourage anyone out there who is going through a challenge. It might seem bigger than you, but greater is He that is in you than anything you will face in this world,” he said.
Banky W specifically acknowledged his doctors, Dr. Onyewu of the Center for Advanced Specialty Surgery and Dr. Adenuga of Euracare, along with their teams, for their exceptional care. He also thanked his wife, family, friends, and pastors for their love, prayers, and support.
Reflecting on his faith and resilience, Banky W concluded his post with a message of hope and victory. “Thanking God for my health and trusting that this latest victory is final in Jesus’ name. We have the victory yet again. Now and forever, in Jesus’ name. And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” – Romans 8:28.
