The umbrella body of actors in Nigeria, Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, has confirmed the death of veteran actor, John Okafor, famously known as Mr Ibu.
AGN President, Emeka Rollas in a statement on Saturday, confirmed the death of the comic actor.
Recall that Mr Ibu passed away at the age of 62 in Evercare Hospital, Lekki Lagos.
Confirming his death, Rollas in an Instagram disclosed that Mr Ibu “suffered a cardiac arrest”.
Rollas wrote: “Sad Day for Actors Guild of Nigeria.
“Kate Henshaw lost her mother earlier today and Mr Ibu suffered cardiac arrest according to his manager for 24 years Mr Don Single Nwuzor.
“I announce with deep sense of grief that Mr Ibu didnt make it.
“May his soul rest in peace.”
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