On Saturday, the unhappy information of the passing of the favored Nigerian veteran actor and comic, John Okafor, aka, “Mr Ibu,” caught many Nigerians abruptly. He was aged 62.
Mr Ibu featured in over 200 Nollywood movies, and for a lot of Nigerians, he was a family title for his rib-cracking performances and a supply of leisure all through our childhoods. Final yr, in September, he celebrated 40 years on display screen.
Following his passing, tributes poured in from his fellow actors and buddies within the film trade. As we replicate on his legacy, we select to cherish the numerous moments he introduced us laughter and pleasure.
Listed below are among the humorous moments:
“Is it soup or pous?” When he made Osita Iheme, “Pawpaw,” completed a bowl of Akpu and soup he made with sugar
When he stated he knew ‘winter’ too ????????
When he discovered his lacking cash in Pawpaw’s pocket
When he was made Igwe, he alongside Sam Loco Efe completed somebody’s pot of rice
When he pretended to be a nun and led the sisters in singing
When he was confessing in prayer and stated to God, “Make you sef suppose am”
When he blamed his father, the late Sam Loco Efe, for his facial look
When he stated his spouse is as lovely as mammy water
All package up for soccer coaching and hoping to get signed by Chelsea FC
A Chelsea fan by and thru
Relaxation in peace, Mr Ibu. You’ll be missed.
