Veteran actor’s leg amputation confirmed. John Okafor popularly known as Mr. Ibu who was pleading with the public for financial assistance to aid his medical condition has resolved to leg amputation.
The veteran actor’s daughter Jasmine Okafor who has been the forerunner for her father’s medical situation has confirmed that the actor’s leg has been amputated
Before now, VeryDarkMan a social media activist has reported the condition of the actor in which he pleaded with the public to help the actor financially.
Jasmine confirmed the actor’s situation via her Instagram release explaining that her father had had about seven surgeries and that one of his legs has to be amputated to secure his chances of recovery.
The post reads:
“Good afternoon, Nigerians…
“We want to appreciate everyone who 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 p.m., 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 support from well-meaning Nigerians as this stage Daddy 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 him during this period as soon as he’s stable!
“For future donations and support please send to
1685687982
John, I Okafor
Access bank
Thank you”.
She narrated that they are having a difficult time in adjusting to the situation, hence this is their new reality.