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'''John Ikechukwu Okafor''', (born 17 October 1961) popularly known as '''Mr. Ibu''', |
'''John Ikechukwu Okafor''', (born 17 October 1961) popularly known as '''Mr. Ibu''', was a [[Nigerian]] [[actor]] and [[comedian]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.modernghana.com/videomovies/1/2349|title=Mr Ibu And The Magic Million Dollars|website=www.modernghana.com|language=en|access-date=2018-09-15}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.myjoyonline.com/entertainment/2019/April-5th/nollywood-star-mr-ibu-reportedly-suffers-stroke.php|title=Nollywood star Mr Ibu reportedly suffers stroke|website=www.myjoyonline.com|access-date=2019-05-19}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2020-10-06 |title=Mr Ibu Recalls Near Death Experience After He Was Poisoned |url=https://guardian.ng/life/mr-ibu-recalls-near-death-experience-after-he-was-poisoned/ |access-date=2022-07-18 |website=The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== Background and education == |
== Background and education == |
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John Okafor | |
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| Born | John Ikechukwu Okafor 17 October 1961 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Other names | Mr Ibu |
| Education | Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu |
| Occupation(s) | actor, comedian |
John Ikechukwu Okafor, (born 17 October 1961) popularly known as Mr. Ibu, was a Nigerian actor and comedian.[1][2][3]
Background and education
He hails from Nkanu West L.G.A., Enugu State. After elementary school, in 1974, Okafor moved to Sapele to stay with his brother, after his father's demise. In Sapele, he did menial jobs so he could sponsor himself to school and support his family.[citation needed] He then worked as a hairstylist, ventured into photography and also worked in a company that produces crates. After secondary school, he was admitted into the College of Education, Yola, but pulled out due to financial difficulties.[citation needed] He later enrolled in the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu as soon as he was financially able to.[4][5]
Career
He has acted in more than 200 NollyWood movies including Mr. Ibu (2004), Mr. Ibu 2 (2005), Mr. Ibu and His Son, Coffin Producers, Husband Suppliers, International Players, Mr.Ibu in London (2005), Police Recruit (2003), 9 Wives (2005), Ibu in Prison (2006) and Keziah (2007).[6][7][8][9]
Mr Ibu also ventured into music. He did music for a short period of time. On October 15, 2020 he released his songs titled This girl and Do you know.[10][11]
Health challenges
In October 2023, John Okafor revealed that he was suffering from an ailment that threatened to amputate one of his legs. He said he was struck by the problem while on a movie set with other Nollywood actors and actresses.[12][13] He appealed to his fans and the public for prayers and financial assistance to cover his medical bills. He also shared a video of himself lying in a hospital bed, expressing his fear of losing his leg.[14][15]
The Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation, which was established by the former senate president of Nigeria, it paid off Okafor’s entire medical expenses as of 18 October 2023. The foundation also stated that Okafor still required a lot of financial assistance to sustain him in the hospital and for his travel abroad for further treatment.[16][17][18]
Leg amputation
In November 2023, Okafor underwent a leg amputation after suffering from an illness that required seven surgeries. His family said the amputation was done to keep him alive and increase his chances of recovery.[19][20][21]
See also
References
- ^ "Mr Ibu And The Magic Million Dollars". www.modernghana.com. Retrieved 2018-09-15.
- ^ "Nollywood star Mr Ibu reportedly suffers stroke". www.myjoyonline.com. Retrieved 2019-05-19.
- ^ "Mr Ibu Recalls Near Death Experience After He Was Poisoned". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2020-10-06. Retrieved 2022-07-18.
- ^ Thabit, Khadijah (2013-10-17). "Nollywood Star Birthday: John "Mr Ibu" Okafor Adds A Year". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2023-11-07.
- ^ "True facts about John Okafor (Mr Ibu)'s marriage, wives and children - DNB Stories". dnbstories.com. Retrieved 2023-11-07.
- ^ ""Homosexualism is the biggest virus in Nollywood", John Okafor. By Osamudiamen Ogbonmwan". Modernghana.com. 12 November 2013.
- ^ NF. "John Okafor: Biography, Career, Movies & More". Retrieved 2019-05-19.
- ^ "Most Popular Movies and TV Shows With John Okafor". IMDb. Retrieved 2020-05-07.
- ^ Etz_Jayprinz (2023-10-18). "Mr. Ibu, John Okafor Biography: Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Wife, Children". MideVibez. Retrieved 2023-10-18.
- ^ "Audiomack | Free Music Sharing and Discovery". audiomack.com. Retrieved 2023-09-14.
- ^ "Audiomack | Free Music Sharing and Discovery". audiomack.com. Retrieved 2023-09-14.
- ^ Eze, Chinelo (2023-10-18). "Mr Ibu Risks Losing Leg, Seeks Public Assistance". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ Odutuyo, Adeyinka (2023-10-20). "What We Know About Mr Ibu's Health and How You Can Help". Zikoko!. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ Stephen, Onu (2023-10-18). "'I don't want my legs to be cut off, please help me' Mr Ibu cries out". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ Mosadioluwa, Adam (2023-10-18). "VIDEO: My leg might be amputated, Mr Ibu solicits financial support". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ AriseNews (2023-10-22). "Former Senate President Saraki Clears Actor Mr. Ibu's Medical Bills". Arise News. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ Acho, Affa (2023-10-21). "Saraki Settles Nollywood Comic Actor Mr Ibu's Medical Bills". Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ "Bukola Saraki foundation covers Mr Ibu's medical bills". Tribune Online. 2023-10-21. Retrieved 2023-11-04.
- ^ Medeme, Ovwe (2023-11-06). "Doctors amputate Mr Ibu's leg". Premium Times Nigeria. Retrieved 2023-11-07.
- ^ "Mr Ibu: Nigerian Nollywood actor's leg amputated, family says". BBC News. 2023-11-07. Retrieved 2023-11-07.
- ^ "BREAKING: Nigerian Comic Actor, Mr Ibu's Leg Amputated After Seven Surgeries — Family | Sahara Reporters". saharareporters.com. Retrieved 2023-11-07.
External links
- John Okafor at IMDb
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