Nollywood Celebrities Mourn Mr. Ibu's Passing
The popular actor and comedian John Okafor, also known as Mr. Ibu, passed away on Saturday at the age of 62. Nollywood celebrities have expressed their sorrow for his loss.
Mr. Ibu passed away on Saturday from cardiac arrest following a protracted illness.
Actors Guild of Nigeria National President Emeka Rollas wrote on his Instagram page. “I announce with deep sense of grief that Mr Ibu didn't make it. May his soul rest in peace.”
Actress Theme Nancy reacted with sad emoji “chailii.”
Actor Kalu Daniel Olaedo wrote: “Oh my goodness God.”
Actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie simply reacted to Mr. Ibu's death by saying “It is well... Rest well Sir.....”
Actress Ruth Kadiri wrote: “Sleep well PAPA.”
Actor Kanayo O. Kanayo wrote: “Africa's ‘Mr BEAN’ takes a bow. John Okafor AKA Mr Ibu is the most outstanding comic actor by CONDUCT. He didn't need to say a word to evoke laughter. His mien, body movement etc was comic. He embodied laughter. May God who called him home, grant him eternal rest.
“Nyikiriputu, koko onyiko onyi, egbu bie nwanyi. God will smile receiving you. Mr Ibu, GOODNIGHT.”
Actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo wrote: “FAREWELL TO JOHN OKAFOR (IBU)
“Just lost a friend, brother, and colleague. Ibu started his acting career under my watch. It's painful to bid him goodbye. He captured the world with his splendid performance in comedy. He carved his own unique path in Nollywood and succeeded on his own peculiar terms at his own pace. His footprint will remain indelible on the sands of Nollywood forever. May his soul rest in peace, and may his memory be a blessing.”
The actor disclosed that he had a condition in October 2023 that might require him to amputate one of his legs. He claimed that while working on a movie set with other Nollywood actors and actresses, he became aware of the issue.
In order to pay for his medical expenses, Mr. Ibu had made a request for prayers and money from his fans and the general public. In addition, he uploaded a video of himself expressing his fear of losing his leg while lying in a hospital bed.
Okafor suffered from a disease that necessitated seven surgeries, and in November 2023 he had his leg amputated.
The amputation, according to his family, was necessary to preserve his life and improve his prognosis.
Mr. Ibu had acted in more than 200 Nollywood movies.
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