DJ Jimmy Jatt Opens Up About Losing His Sight and Overcoming Kidney Disease

Lagos, January 30, 2025 –Renowned Nigerian disc jockey Oluwaforijimi Amu, popularly known as DJ Jimmy Jatt, has shared his challenging health journey, revealing that he lost his sight in 2020 due to chronic health issues.

In a candid interview on Channels TV’s Rubbin’ Minds, hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the veteran DJ detailed his experiences with vision loss and subsequent kidney disease.

DJ Jimmy Jatt recounted that his health struggles began after he decided to explore life outside Nigeria, having spent most of his life in Lagos.

Maybe I caused it myself because, in 2019, I decided to spend more time outside Nigeria. But in 2020, I started experiencing health issues, he explained. Due to travel restrictions at the time, he remained in Nigeria, where he ultimately lost his sight and underwent surgery to regain it.

After recovering from the surgery, DJ Jimmy Jatt relocated to the United States, where he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. He spent time on dialysis before returning to Nigeria for a kidney transplant. “I chose to take time off to fully recover after the procedure, he added.

During the interview, DJ Jimmy Jatt emphasized that lifestyle choices are not always the cause of such health issues. He stated, I’ve never smoked and had long stopped drinking alcohol, attributing his kidney condition to diabetes instead.

He urged the importance of health awareness and regular check-ups to manage potential complications effectively.

Despite these challenges, DJ Jimmy Jatt remains an influential figure in the Nigerian music scene. He continued to perform while abroad and made a significant return to Nigeria in December 2024.

Even while abroad, I continued DJing across America and Europe,” he noted, highlighting his resilience and commitment to his craft.

DJ Jimmy Jatt’s story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of health management and awareness. As he continues to navigate his recovery, fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry are rallying behind him, celebrating his contributions and enduring spirit within the Nigerian music landscape.