NAIROBI, Kenya, Mar 3 — Popularly Nollywood actor John Okafor, alias Mr. Ibu has died.
In a statement by the President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria Emeka Rollas Ejezie, states that Ibu had died after suffering a cardiac arrest on Saturday.
“I announce with deep sense of grief that Ibu didn’t make it. Mr Ibu suffered a cardiac arrest according to his manager of 24 years, May his soul rest in peace,” Rollas said on his Instagram page.
Ejezie said the loss of Ibu leaves a profound sadness in the hearts of fans worldwide.
He said Ibu with his remarkable talent and unparalleled comedic timing, reshaped the landscape of Nigerian movies, leaving an indelible mark on the industry.
“Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Ibu brought immeasurable joy to countless souls through his memorable performances. His infectious laughter and boundless energy transcended screens, bringing smiles to faces in every household across Nigeria and beyond,” he said.
Ibu’s family had announced the amputation of the actor’s leg in November 2023 amid an escalating medical condition.
The doctors amputated the actor’s leg to save his life, they said at the time.
“The first amputation didn’t completely correct his health predicament, so the doctors had to go ahead to amputate the same leg further to ensure we didn’t lose him,” the statement read.
