Famed actor and comedian, John Okafor popularly known as Mr. Ibu died in a hospital on Saturday, 02 March 2024. The deceased’s fans flooded social media to mourn Mr Ibu who suffered multiple health challenges leading to amputation of his leg before his demise. His death came just a day after the passing of Tolani Quadri Oyebamiji, known by his stage name – Sisi Quadri has Nollywood mourning. Mr Ibu was reported to have been ill in October 2023, and needing financial assistance. His family later had to confirm in November 2023, that one of his legs had been amputated to keep him alive. The amputation became necessary given an infection of the arteries at the ankle that was not detected earlier.
The death of the Nollywood actor has also been confirmed to newsmen by the family while his colleagues have joined in mourning the exit of the iconic thespian. The Actor Guild of Nigeria (AGN) also confirmed the passing of the actor. Citing the deceased’s manager, the president of the Guild, Emeka Rollas via his social media handle, announced that the comedian died from cardiac arrest. “Sad day for Actors Guild of Nigeria. Kate Henshaw lost her mother earlier today and Mr lbu suffered cardiac arrest according to his manager for 24 years Mr Don Single Nwuzor. “I announce with a deep sense of grief that Mr Ibu didn’t make it. May his soul rest in peace,” Rollas’ statement reads.
