Mr. Ibu
9 Mar
The news of his death shook the motion picture industry, particularly, Nollywood to its very foundation. Until the National President of the Actors of Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas Ejezie, formally confirmed that the comedian, John Ifeanyichukwu Okafor...
5 Mar
A video of the late Nigerian actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, has surfaced online. In the clip that trended on Monday, Mr Ibu was seen appreciating and praying for Rudeboy, one of the famous P-Square twin brothers. “Rudeboy I don't know where to start my language, but when the time comes...if you…
2 Mar
Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has died at the age of 62. His death was confirmed by the national president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria Emeka Rollas Ejezie on Saturday evening. According to Ejezie, Mr Ibu had a cardiac arrest sometime on Saturday. "I announce with deep sense of grief…
26 Jan
The Nigerian Police, through its Force Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department in Ikoyi, Lagos State, has arrested Oyeabuchi Okafor and Jasmine Okekeagwu for allegedly conspiring and defrauding Mr. John Okafor..
2 Dec
If we didn’t mention it here, well let’s bring you the information that leading Nigerian stage and screen actor, Richard Mofe Damijo, is the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of Anakle Films, the production company behind the hugely successful crime thriller...
16 Nov
An emotional video of actor John Okafor, famously known as Mr. Ibu, has surfaced online, shared by his adopted daughter, Jasmine, after his amputation.
7 Nov
The family of Nigerian actor, John Okafor, a.k.a Mr Ibu, yesterday disclosed that one of his legs has been amputated to keep him alive.
6 Nov
Veteran actor, Mr Ibu has been amputated after seven successful surgeries, while also seeking more financial assistance from the public, a development that is believed would keep him alive, as confirmed by his family. In a recent update posted on his official Instagram account on Monday, it was revealed that the actor has undergone seven…
4 Nov
Another Nollywood actor is seeking financial assistance from Nigerians, promoting discussion about the Nigerian actors' financial struggles that have come into the spotlight, especially as it concerns their earnings and how it impacts their lives. Some actors in the Nigerian film industry lead luxurious lifestyles, while others find themselves in need of urgent financial support…
2 Nov
Nollywood star Osita Iheme, famous for his 'Pawpaw' role, shared encouraging words about his ailing colleague Mr. Ibu. Mr. Iheme expressed his optimism in a recent chat with Hitz FM's Doreen Avio at the AMAAs in Nigeria, about Mr. Ibu's recovery as he undergoes treatment. He reminded everyone that sickness can affect anyone, at any…
28 Oct
Over a week ago, Mr. Ibu appeared in a video pleading for financial support to help offset a backlog of medical bills and treatment of an undisclosed illness. This sparked different reactions from Nigerians.
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Nigerian actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, has successfully completed two surgeries and is recovering well. His adopted daughter revealed the news in an Instagram post on Tuesday morning, October 25, 2023. Mr. Ibu had previously reached out on social media seeking financial assistance for his medical needs. He was diagnosed with a…
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