By Joshua Emmanuel
John Okafor also known as Mr Ibu reportedly died on Saturday, 2nd March 2024.
According to multiple sources, Okafor died at 62, due to cardiac arrest after he had a relapse about a week ago and was rushed to the Lagos-based hospital.
The veteran comedian who recently passed was sick last year 2023 as a result of an unknown illness, one of his legs was later amputated by the hospital.
The President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, confirmed the actor’s death.
Mr Ibu’s demise has thrown his fans into mourning, with many describing it as a painful exit. because most of his fans saw him as an icon of the entertainment industry.
However, Many of his fans have started sharing and sending their condolences to the deceased family.
It’s not a doubt that Mr Ibu, was a famous Nigerian Actor, Comedian, and Director. He was best known for his roles in comedic films like Mr Ibu, Mr Ibu in London, and Mr Ibu in Prison.
His comedy style was often described as slapstick and physical comedy, and he’s considered to be one of the most popular and influential actors in Nigeria.
Now that he is dead many controversies surrounding how poorly he was treated by loved ones, how monies contributed by fans were cornered by those he left as family may be put to rest.
Now that he is dead haters would have nothing more to say, some had opined that he may find it difficult to carry on with his acting career after suffering amputation.
Now that he is dead may he find the once elusive peace he sought.
