Following trending news on X formerly Twitter, veteran Nigerian actor John Okafor, professionally known as Mr Ibu has passed away.
This tragic news was shared on X by @Postsubman.
Sharing the devastating news, @Postsubman shared a screenshot of the chat he had with a health worker who works at Evecare where Mr Ibu was receiving treatment.
Another X user by a handle named Igbo History has also reported the death of Mr Ibu.
BREAKING NEWS: VETERAN ACTOR, MR IBU IS DEAD ?? PIC.TWITTER.COM/X2S0CWOLLO
— IGBO History & Facts (@IgboHistoFacts) March 2, 2024
Meanwhile, it can be recalled that in October 2023, John Okafor, fondly called Mr Ibu, revealed that he was suffering from an ailment that threatened to amputate one of his legs.
The veteran actor appealed to his fans and the public for prayers and financial assistance to cover his medical bills and also shared a video of himself lying in a hospital bed, expressing his fear of losing his leg.
Earlier this year, it was reported that he is recovering and will soon be discharged making the news of his death, a shocking one.
As at the time of filing this report, none of his family members has confirmed the news of his death.
