The remains of legendary Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, has been committed to mother-earth in his hometown of Amuri, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State.
The actor died on Saturday, March 2, 2024 in Lagos in the course of a protracted illness.
The veteran actor passed away at the age of 62, at Evercare Hospital in Lagos in the course of the illness which led to the amputation of one of his legs.
His death ended a career and an era for the widely popular and celebrated thespian for his comedic role, talent and versatile acting skills.
John Okafor, who was born and raised in Enugu, first gained widespread recognition in 2004 with the film “Mr Ibu”.
Over the years in his prolific career, he appeared in more than 200 Nollywood films, becoming a household name with hits such as ‘Mr Ibu,’ ‘Mr. Ibu and His Son,’ ‘Coffin Producers,’ ‘Husband Suppliers,’etc.
