By Mary Agbabiaka
More than a year after the death of veteran Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, his widow has called on Nigerians for help, saying her family is struggling to survive amid worsening financial difficulties that have left them unable to afford rent, electricity and their children’s education.
The plea was made in a video conversation with content creator King Mitchy, during which the late actor’s wife and children shared details of their daily challenges. Mr Ibu passed away on March 2, 2024, following a prolonged illness.
Describing the family’s situation, the widow said life has become increasingly difficult, revealing that they have been without electricity for weeks because they could not settle outstanding bills.
“We fetch water from the well because I have not paid the house rent. They have even cut my lights for two months now. Every night we go to look for a place to charge our phones. It’s not easy,” she said.
