Veteran Actor Mr. Ibu Dies After Health Struggles. Veteran actor Mr. Ibu, known as John Okafor, has reportedly passed away after a long battle with health issues, including the amputation of his leg. Mr. Ibu passed away in a Lagos hospital on Saturday, March 2, leaving behind grieving family, colleagues, and friends.
According to sources close to the family, Mr. Ibu had been on life support following a second surgery for his condition, with his blood pressure exceeding 200 after the procedure. Despite efforts to stabilize it, he sadly passed away later that evening.
Mr. Ibu had been struggling with recurrent blood clotting in his leg and other health problems for years, publicly appealing for financial assistance in October 2023. Despite plans for overseas treatment, he was deemed unfit to travel, leading to the cancellation of the arrangement. His leg was amputated in November 2023.
He is survived by his wife and children, and at the time of his passing, he was 62 years old. Mr. Ibu was celebrated for his comedic roles in movies.