Legendary Reggae MC and hypeman MC Fullstop, real name John Maina, has opened up on his long-running battle with TB which he now says has not only 'eaten up' his entire left lung but has also left him unable to run, walk or speak.

On Twitter, the MC, who has been in the reggae business for close to three decades now, revealed that his left lung collapsed after a TB diagnosis in 2021.

According to the famed hypeman, yet another TB diagnosis last year affected his throat taking away his ability to perform simple tasks like walking and speaking.

"“Hii imeenda” literally. My left lung has totally collapsed nimebaki na moja. In 2021 i was diagnosed with TB ya lungs ikasosi lungs kabisa. 2022 nikapata TB ya throat nayo ikanimaliza sauti, Running, walking, kuongea ni shida..." he tweeted.

As if resigning to fate, Fullstop also added that he had no choice but to 'hang his boots' and also thanked his fans for the support throughout the difficult moments.

"Alafu lungs zina lungs ufala unlike Liver, haiwezi ji heal itabidi nijipange hapa naona niki hang boots. I just wanna say thanks kwa wale wamekuwa wakini support in this difficult moments God awa bless tu sana," he added.

Reacting to the news several celebrities shared messages of support including singer Michael Bundi who said, “My son & I have experienced your kindness, love & support. You have inspired us so much & inspired many more people. I will stand in the gap in prayer for you sir. Don’t give up. I have seen & experienced miracles where God did what humans deemed impossible. I pray that he does the same for you. Only God can do, what no man can do.”

Popular reggae DJ, Moh Spice also shared a message of support saying, “You are a legend and one of the baddest in 254 and for sure bro God heals .Keep praying and trusting Him in this whole process.”

Also reacting to the news Dj Moz said, “May God give you strength and bring healing in your body like on He can…”

Radio presenter and artist Talia Oyando also chimed in with some encouraging words, saying, “Sending you positive energy and love bro. Keep fighting, you got this.”

Thousands of fans too have left positive messages wishing the luminary reggae MC a quick recovery and sending him love and prayers too.

Besides club gigs, Fullstop also hosts reggae shows on K24 TV and NRG radio.