Nollywood Legend Mr. Ibu is reportedly dead.
Veteran actor John Okafor, better known as Mr Ibu, died after a protracted struggle with blood clots on his leg. On Saturday, March 2, the actor died in a hospital in Lagos state.
In October 2023, he went public to seek financial support to address his condition. There were plans to transport him abroad for additional medical care, but his physicians decided he wasn’t fit to fly.
In November 2023, he had his leg amputated as part of his therapy.
The actor is survived by his wife and children. He was sixty-two years old.
The veteran actor was very famous for his sterling interpretation of humorous roles in movies.
May his soul rest in peace, Amen.