Nigerian music video director and cinematographer TG Omori hospitalized after failed kidney transaplant

TG OMORI

TG Omori also known as boy director is a famous and well-known Nigerian music and video director.

TG Omori, who was born in Lagos on June 8, 1995, got his start in the entertainment business at a young age. His first goal was to become an actor, but he gave up on that after failing multiple times to get into Nollywood and turned to making music videos instead.

Self-taught via the use of the internet, Omori gained popularity fast for his imaginative and stunningly beautiful music videos.

TG Omori’s breakthrough came in 2018 with Ycee’s “My Side” music video. With the controversial yet massively popular music video for Naira Marley’s “Am I a Yahoo Boy,” he attracted even more attention in 2019.

Since then, TG Omori has collaborated with Wizkid, Burna Boy, Olamide, and other well-known figures in the Nigerian music scene.

TG Omori’s career has been marked by several honors that demonstrate his extraordinary talent and influence on the Nigerian music video business.

In 2019, he received recognition for his creative contributions to music video production in Nigeria when he was crowned Best Music Video Director of the Year at the City People Entertainment Awards.

The following year, he won the same prize at the AFRIMMA (African Muzik Magazine Awards), further establishing his position as a major player in the African music scene.

In 2021, he was also a nominee for The Headies’ Best Music Video for his work on Teni’s “Billionaire.

Again, in 2021, his creative genius was recognized as he received a nomination for Best Music Video at The Headies, this time for Teni’s “Billionaire.”

Beyond these honors, TG Omori received comparisons to industry titans like Clarence Peters because of his particular approach and effect on the visual environment of modern Nigerian music videos.

The news of TG Omori’s health crisis came as a shock to his fans and the entertainment industry, especially given his recent absence from the public eye.

TG Omori took to social media to reveal the details of his condition and express his profound gratitude towards his brother, who selflessly donated one of his kidneys to save Omori’s life.

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The transplant procedure went well at St. Nicolas Hospital in Nigeria. After the procedure, Omori posted pictures of himself in the hospital with medical equipment attached to him and a touching message pleading with his followers to cheer him up as he heals.

Nearly a year has passed since TG Omori’s kidney failure diagnosis. Through his X Twitter account, he has made a few cautious posts towards sharing his story, including posts with the subject lines “you wanna eat, i want to live” and “if I cross your mind sometimes say a prayer for me.” and “losing your health is the quickest way to lose” wealth.

TG Omori and his brother
TG Omori and his brother

TG Omori announced on August 28, 2024, that he had been to the St. Nicholas Theater Room three times due to problems, and that his brother’s kidney continued to reject his body. He added that he wasn’t going to die just yet.

It is well known that several factors, including hypertension, diabetes, and hereditary traits, can lead to kidney failure.

Although TG Omori has stated that his kidney failed as a result of consistent consumption of fake drinks, the exact cause of his kidney condition has not been medically disclosed.

Because of TG Omori’s honesty regarding his struggles, more people are aware of the value of organ donation as well as health issues that can impact anyone, regardless of achievement or status.

Fans from all over the world have wished him well while praying and keeping his spirit alive.

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