Popular Nollywood actor, Comedian, and Content Creator, John Okafor, better known as Mr. Ibu, has had his leg amputated.
It is worth recalling that last month, the comedian revealed in a video that he was hospitalized for a strange and dangerous illness and that his doctors had recommended the amputation of his legs.
The veteran Nollywood actor has appealed to Nigerians for financial support as he does not want his leg to be amputated.
Unfortunately, after seven successful surgeries, Mr Ibu’s family has taken to social media to announce that his leg had been amputated. This was done to keep him alive.
His family shared the sad news on his official Instagram page, writing:
“Good afternoon, Nigerians…
We want to appreciate everyone who has come through for our dad, saying we are grateful is an understatement and only the good Lord can thank you all enough for every help you’ve rendered.
As of 1 pm, noon today, Daddy has gone through 7 successful surgeries but to keep him alive and increase his chances of recovery one of his legs had to be amputated.. This development has been hard on us all but we’ve had to accept it as Daddy’s new reality to keep him alive.
Please we are still soliciting support from well-meaning Nigerians as this stage Daddy is still one very delicate one and he needs all the help he can get.
Thank you, everyone, the Okafor family is grateful and we don’t take you for granted. In due time Daddy will personally acknowledge everyone who supported him during this period as soon as he’s stable!
For future donations and support please send them to
1685687982
John I Okafor
Access bank
Thank you”
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