Breaking: Nollywood Actor, Mr. Ibu passes on at 62; a rare Gem is gone!!!

Nollywood legend John Okafor, also known as Mr Ibu, has sadly passed away. 

The actor died at Evercare Hospital in Lagos State after a long illness. The 62-year-old had been struggling with health problems that eventually led to the amputation of both of his legs.

The actor was found to have diseased blood vessels, leading to constant clotting in his leg and other health issues that put his life at risk. 

His family reached out to Nigerians for financial support, explaining the urgent need for amputation to address the situation.

A lot of tributes are already pouring in by fans among is ChefChi, our own Davido's wife:

Mr Ibu, you were such a delight to be with. Thank you for all you were. We’d miss you so much. RIP John Okafor, you would always remain a legend. 🙏🏾😭 pic.twitter.com/V4mJlo4FU4

— ChefChi👩‍🍳 (@thecheffchi) March 2, 2024

Thank you for the memories, John Okafor. You'll forever live in our hearts.

Peaceful Rest to you 🕊 pic.twitter.com/rIddHV7D6k

— Sir Dickson (@Wizarab10) March 2, 2024

Mr Ibu fans won't skip this post.

Rest in peace Nollywood Comic Actor John Okafor 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/MH0obNTACr

— Sperratto 👑 (@Sperratto_) March 2, 2024

Rest In Power, John Okafor (Mr. Ibu) 🕯️ pic.twitter.com/lg7YPxkuwp

— Lawrence I. Okoro ( Sir Law ) (@LawrenceOkoroPG) March 2, 2024

The end of an era.

John Okafor. (Mr Ibu)

Rest on legend 🕊️🕊️🕊️ pic.twitter.com/Kd3L5a5z7z

— 99% OPPRESSED. (@PIDOMNIGERIA) March 2, 2024

John Okafor aka Mr Ibu was one of the greatest gifts nature gave our generation . Rest well Vereran actor pic.twitter.com/xt5Fe2AMwA

— Dr Penking™🇳🇬🇦🇺 (@drpenking) March 2, 2024

My favourite memes by John Okafor pic.twitter.com/LKywr8G63B

— omo (@omozay) March 2, 2024

Nigeria has suffered a huge loss.

Rest in peace to the legendary John Okafor popularly known as Mr Ibu🕊️ pic.twitter.com/NbcjRGqWEX

— Naija Nation (@NaijaNation) March 2, 2024

Mr. Ibu as an engineer.
R.I.P Nollywood legend John Okafor pic.twitter.com/gfQEObAXUK

— Eng. Nyasikera (@Arap_Nyasikera) March 2, 2024

When John Okafor (Mr Ibu) gave us a classic in 2004.

Good old days of Nollywood. pic.twitter.com/5cKdSXLa3M

— Nigeria History on 𝕏 (@History_Nig) March 2, 2024

John Okafor popularly known as Mr Ibu has passed away .. RIP legend 🕊 pic.twitter.com/YHxj8vhV6N

— Peché Africa 🇿🇦 (@pmcafrica) March 2, 2024

RIP to an Absolute Legend.🕊️❤️🙏🏾

The streets will never forget how your talent made us laugh, put smiles on our faces and happiness in your hearts.

Rest well John Okafor AKA Mr Ibu. 🖤 pic.twitter.com/tbm2OggWRe

— Folu 🚀 (@FoluShaw) March 2, 2024

This video from the popular movie “Mr Ibu” brought back a lot of memories from the legendary John Okafor. 😭😭

Thank you for entertaining us for years. Rest in peace 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/kZsVlU1ost

— JUST KINGS (@JustKingss) March 2, 2024

John Okafor Mr Ibu - A Nollywood Legend and a Chelsea Fan through and through. Rest In Power ✊🏽💙 pic.twitter.com/Pbd7qgSAaK

— Yimzy (@oyimzy) March 2, 2024

It's a sad day for Afrika to hear of the passing of Nollywood superstar John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu.

You gave us the best memories.

Forever in our hearts. pic.twitter.com/bOtpq9105s

— Erick (@MasculinitySato) March 2, 2024

Veteran Actor John Okafor Mr Ibu, A Nollywood Legend and A True Chelsea Fan. Rest In Power ✊🏽💙 pic.twitter.com/aRAkeYLe7N

— Yimzy (@oyimzy) March 2, 2024

John Okafor Mr Ibu was effortlessly funny, A Proper Chels 💙 pic.twitter.com/X81pzns2nv

— Yimzy (@oyimzy) March 2, 2024

Keep resting na Ndi ichie our dear legend, father, peacemaker and childhood hero odogwu John Okafor, aka Mr. Ibu🕊️

We all will miss you 🕊️🍂

RIP🕊️ pic.twitter.com/9UOktCj5NZ

— ụᴄʜᴇɴɴᴀ Ọᴅᴜ (@maziechidiime) March 2, 2024

Very Terrible And Sad News: Rest In Power, Nollywood Legend And Veteran John Okafor (Mr Ibu)…Your Legacy Lives On…🕊️ pic.twitter.com/3rSrlJEcXk

— Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) March 2, 2024

Watched 🎥 “Mr IBU” as a teenager. And this message stood out to me forever.
“No matter what you do people will always talk”.
so just do what works for you 💯 RIP John Okafor 🕊️🙏🏾💔 pic.twitter.com/RU81OjG5y5

— Taiwo (@tayenaija) March 2, 2024

May his soul rest in peace!!!

#Mr.Ibu

#NollywoodActor

#JohnOkafor