The late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, will be laid to rest on Friday, June 28, in his hometown of Amuri, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State.

Videos circulating on social media on Friday reveal the arrival of his body as family, friends, and colleagues gather to bid him a final farewell.

A night of tribute was held in his honour on Wednesday, in Enugu State, with fellow actors Charles Anwurum and Victor Osuagwu, among those who paid their last respects.

Earlier this month, The PUNCH reported that the Actors Guild of Nigeria held a candlelight procession to pay tribute to Mr. Ibu and other deceased actors at Unity Fountain in Abuja.

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A novelty football match was also organised by Rangers International Football Club and celebrities, among others, to honour Mr. Ibu.

The actor died on March 2, 2024, after a prolonged sickness.

In October 2023, Mr. Ibu revealed his struggle with diabetes. A month later, his leg was amputated after enduring seven surgeries.

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Video: Funeral rites for late Nollywood actor Mr Ibu begin in Enugu

Late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, will be laid to rest in his hometown of Amuri, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State on Friday, June 28.

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Dollar reigned at Chioma and Davido’s wedding in Lagos state yesterday ,June 25.

A video shared showed Davido spraying dollar bills into a box.

The wedding host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, informed the guests that there was a box for them to spray Naira but could freely spray Dollars if they wanted to.

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Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo has arrived at the wedding ceremony of popular musician Davido and his partner Chioma in Lagos on Tuesday.

The esteemed statesman was seen entering the venue, joining other high-profile guests.

Davido has been building excitement for the special day on social media, using the hashtag #CHIVIDO2024.

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VIDEO: #CHIVIDO2024 Obasanjo Arrives Davido, Chioma's Wedding in Lagos

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo has arrived at the wedding ceremony of popular musician Davido and his partner Chioma in Lagos on Tuesday.

The esteemed statesman was seen entering the venue,… pic.twitter.com/kskacag7EP

— Punch Newspapers (@MobilePunch) June 25, 2024

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