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Popular Actor Mr Ibu responding to treatment after suffering Stroke

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7 years ago

April 5, 2019

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BY: Sandra Ani

Nollywood actor, John Okafor (57), popularly known as Mr Ibu is down with severe stroke, news reports say.

The Nkanu, Enugu state -born actor loved for his comedy roles in movies and stand-up comedy, according to a close family source, was hit by a mysterious stroke shortly after he returned from a trip to Owerri.

The source also confirmed that Mr Ibu is currently being taken care of by an undisclosed herbalist and is responding to treatment.

Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN President Emeka Rollas said: “I am aware that Mr Ibu is truly down with stroke, but he is fast recovering and need more of our prayers right now.”

Source: The Sun newspaper

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