By Onome Oghenetega
Legendary Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly called Mr Ibu, who has been battling for his health, has undergone surgery to remove one of his legs.
This is even as the family has revealed that the comic actor had undergone at least seven surgeries since being hospitalised.
The family confirmed the amputation of the comedian’s leg in a post on the verified instagram handle of the ailing Mr. Ibu on Monday.
According to the statement, the family revealed that Mr. Ibu’s leg was amputated to save the iconic actor’s life.
The family, however, appealed to the Nigerians to continue to assist the family with financial support as the Nollywood actor battled to keep his life.
The statement fully read, “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 pm ,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 for support from well meaning Nigerians as at this stage Daddy his 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 during this period as soon as he’s stable!
“For future donations and support please send to1685687982 John I okafor, Access bank. Thank you.”
