Veteran Nigerian actor John Okafor, fondly known as Mr. Ibu, has been amputated due to an ongoing illness.
His daughter broke the news on his verified Instagram site, stating that the actor had to have his leg amputated in order to preserve his life and that he had undergone seven surgeries. She continued by saying that, despite their best efforts to avoid it, the amputation had now become an unavoidable reality for them all.
She went on to thank Nigerians for their assistance on behalf of the entire family and requested that well-meaning Nigerians come to their aid once again. This comes after the family disclosed that the actor had been batting illness on and off because of the affected foot.
As of October 31, 2023, Okafor had undergone five surgeries and was in the intensive care unit recovering.
Okafor’s fans and well-wishers have continued to send in their prayers and well wishes to him and his family in this trying time.
