Jasmine Okafor, the daughter of veteran actor, John Okafor better known as Mr. Ibu, has confirmed his leg has been amputated.
It was reported that Social media activist, Very Dark Man had disclosed that the veteran’s leg had been amputated.
He revealed that the actor’s family, friends, and close ones all betrayed him as they took advantage of the ailing actor and abandoned him when he needed their help.
According to him, he spoke with his family, who disclosed to him that the actor’s leg had been amputated.
Confirming it in a press statement on her Instagram page, Jasmine revealed that one of his legs had to be cut to increase his chances of recovery, and he has undergone 7 successful surgeries.
According to her, this development has been very hard on them but they had to accept his new reality.
“Good afternoon, Nigerians…We want to appreciate everyone who 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., noon today, Daddy has gone through 7 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 this stage Daddy is still one 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! For future donations and support please send them to 1685687982, John, I Okafor, Access Bank. Thank you”.
Jasmine Okafor
This is coming just a few days after he gave an update on his health status, revealing that he had undergone 5 surgeries which were all successful.
Penning an appreciation post to the public, he stated that he is still recovering in the ICU, and is waiting to get stabilized so he can fly abroad for further advanced treatment.
It was reported last month that Mr Ibu, who is currently hospitalized, had cried out to the public for help as he battles an ailment that could get him amputated.
Nigerian music sensations Davido and P-Square, along with the popular personality Tunde Ednut, had offered to cover the medical expenses of the legendary actor.
Former senate president, Bukola Saraki had cleared off his medical bills through his foundation.
Netizens Heartbroken As Veteran Actor’s Leg Amputated
It is a sad time for fans, lovers, family members, and friends of veteran actor, Mr. Ibu as his leg is reportedly amputated.
Nollywood stalwart Rita Edochie offered her support by visiting the ailing actor Mr. Ibu, who recently had his leg amputated.
After news broke about her colleague’s leg amputation, Rita shared a video where she was seen at the hospital alongside Ibu’s wife, Stella Maris Okafor, who warmly expressed her thanks for the actress’s visit.
In the video, Rita can be heard offering heartfelt prayers for the actor and his family, with Ibu’s wife continuously responding with “Amen” to her supplications. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzTt8nJoV8g/?igshid=YzAyMDM1MGJkZA==
Captioning the video, “I went to see Ibu John Okafor at Evercare Hospital Lekki Phase 1. He is doing well but all we owe him is to keep praying for him,” Rita Edochie wrote.
The news has left many heartbroken as they took to social media to lament.
“Shit. This is really painful, this leg finally took his career.”
Ehidiahmen Okojie
“Omo!! Chai, Kai. This country is supposed to have health insurance now!! It would have prevented this since the beginning of the sickness.”
Enny Bobo Official
“So they finally cut the leg. God, this is so sad. I wish him and his family all the strength they need to go through this phase of life.”
Simeon Delight
“It’s Soo sad but honestly it’s better than him losing his life. The sickness must have been there for a long time and wasn’t properly taken care of.”
Teeto Olayeni
“Chai sorry thank God you’re still alive sir he can still use prosthetic cover leg to walk again.”
Kennedy Excel
