After undergoing seven different surgeries, one of the legs of Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu, has been amputated.
A post via his a social media handles by the actor’s daughter, Chelsea Okafor on Monday confirmed that that the veteran actor now has one of his legs amputated to keep him alive and aid his recovery process.
“We want to appreciate everyone that 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 pm ,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 for support from well meaning Nigerians as this stage Daddy is, 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 during this period as soon as he’s stable!” the message reads.
