Mr Ibu, a Nollywood veteran is dead.
The actor whose real name is John Okarfor was 62.
According to multiple reports from sources close to him, the veteran comedian passed away at Evercare Hospital.
Many fans have shared condolences on X, reminiscing about movies the late actor has featured.
Details surrounding the cause of death and the veracity of these reports are still unclear, though some attributed the death to kidney failure.
Mr Ibu’s family and representatives have yet to comment publicly.
The actor had been battling health issues since October 2023 and had undergone multiple surgeries that led to the amputation of his leg. However, updates from his family in November indicated he was recovering.
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