- The internet is ablaze with viral reports of the passing away of Nollywood titan, Mr. Ibu, causing a wave of panic and disbelief among his devoted fans and colleagues.
- The heartbreaking announcement made its way across social media platforms and sparked an outpouring of sad reactions from other industry members.
The entertainment world is reeling from the shocking news of the passing of legendary comic actor John Okafor, affectionately known as Mr. Ibu.
The heartbreaking announcement, first shared on social media by blogger Tosin Silverdam and his colleagues, has plunged fans into a state of mourning.
Expressing deep sorrow over his untimely passing, Silverdam's post served as a somber reminder of the indelible mark Mr. Ibu left on the industry.
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A host of movie stars, including Mike Godson, Grace Amah and comedian Klint De Drunk, have taken to their respective social media platforms to express their disbelief and express their deepest condolences.
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In October last year, the star actor revealed that he was battling a life-threatening illness.
Ibu, who spoke from a hospital bed, also asked for financial help for his medical condition.
The movie star's plight sparked calls on social media for the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) to help one of their own.
Several people announced their donations to the ailing actor, including the Abubakar Bukola Saraki (ABS) Foundation, which revealed that it โpaid all of Ibuโs medical expenses.โ
On November 6, 2022, Ibu's family revealed that the actor's leg had been amputated after undergoing seven surgeries. He, however, remained in the hospital where he was recovering.
Ken Erics, in January 2022, a Nollywood star, shared an update on Ibu's recovery after his leg amputation.
It was not until Saturday, March 3, 2023 that devastating reports of his passing at the age of 62 shocked the industry.
The hidden departure caught everyone off guard, leaving friends, colleagues and fans grappling with disbelief and sadness.
