Mr Ibu’s leg amputated after undergoing several surgeries

By Adewunmi Adenekan

The leg of ailing comic Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has been amputated.

According to a post on the actor’s Nollywood page on Monday, Mr Ibu endured seven successful surgeries, but one of his legs had to be amputated to keep him alive and aid his recuperation process.

Mr Ibu reads: “We want to appreciate everyone that has come through for our dad; saying we are grateful is an understatement, and only the good Lord can thank you all enough for every help you’ve rendered.

“As of 1 p.m. and noon today, Daddy has gone through seven successful surgeries, but to keep him alive and increase his chances of recovery, one of his legs had to be amputated. This development has been hard on us all, but we’ve had to accept it as Daddy’s new reality to keep him alive.

“Please, we are still soliciting support from well-meaning Nigerians, as at this stage, Daddy’s is still a very delicate one, and he needs all the help he can get.

“Thank you everyone; the Okafor family is grateful, and we don’t take you for granted. In due time, Daddy will personally acknowledge everyone who supported him during this period as soon as he’s stable.”