Actor John Okafor, well-known as Mr. Ibu, has reached out to compassionate Nigerians for financial assistance to address a health issue that could lead to potential leg amputation.
The news has generated responses from internet users and Nollywood enthusiasts.
Reno Omokri, a social commentator, has urged his followers, referred to as “Renonuggeteers,” to contribute to Mr. Ibu’s provided bank account.
He highlighted Mr. Ibu’s prior support for the Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
On X (formerly Twitter), Reno Omokri stated: “I sympathise with John Ikechukwu Okafor, AKA Mr. Ibu, over his ailment, and I urge all #RenosNuggeteers to donate to the account number he put out.”
He went on to emphasize that Mr. Ibu publicly endorsed Peter Obi, and he and his daughter were actively involved in campaigning for him.
Despite their significant support, Peter Obi, who once claimed to be wealthier than the then-U.S. President Biden, has not publicly acknowledged or offered support to Mr. Ibu during his time of need.
Reno Omokri concluded by expressing his surprise that Peter Obi did not acknowledge Mr. Ibu on his birthday and urged the politician to provide assistance to the actor in this challenging period.
He wrote: “Please do not ignore his cries for help. I also urge members of the public to donate. However, this is a man who publicly endorsed Peter Obi. He and his daughter danced for Peter Obi and broke the Internet.
“They went out on the streets campaigning for Obi. The same Peter Obi who boasted that he is richer than President Biden of the US, who at the time of Peter’s boast was worth $8.2 million.
“After all that John Okafor did for him, perhaps Mr. Peter Obi can support him by paying Mr. Ibu’s medical bills. I am even surprised that Peter Obi did not remember to post about Mr. Ibu on his birthday yesterday. Even at that, Peter Obi should help him in his time of need.”