National President of the Actor Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas has confirmed the death of actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu.
In a post on Instagram, Mr Rollas revealed that the actor, who had been unwell for months, died of cardiac arrest.
The actor was unable to survive and passed away on Saturday, March 2. He was 62.
“Sad day for Actors Guild of Nigeria. Kate Henshaw lost her mother earlier today and Mr Ibu suffered cardiac arrest according to his manager of 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,” Mr Rollas’ post read.
In October 2023, family of the actor revealed that he had been battling some health issues and had undergone multiple surgeries.
He had earlier made a passionate appeal and announced a fundraiser to offset his medical bills at a Lagos hospital.
Mr Ibu had said he had been hospitalised for two weeks because of a “strange and dangerous illness”.
The actor later celebrated his birthday, hopeful of a speedy recovery.
However, on 6 November 2023, Mr Ibu’s leg was amputated, barely a month after he solicited prayers and financial assistance from his fans.
The Enugu-born actor, prior to his death, featured in more than 200 Nollywood movies.
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