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Mr Ibu’s death, one too many – Minister

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The Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu
Musawa has expressed sadness over the death of renowned Nollywood actor, John
Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu.

 

The minister, in a statement through her Special Adviser on
Media and Publicity, Nneka Anibeze, described the occurrence as “one death too
many”.

 

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Musawa said this was coming just 24 hours after the death of
yet another Nollywood actor, Sisi Quadri.

 

“I’m deeply shocked at too many deaths occurring at the same
time. Mr Ibu was a household name who made families happy throughout his acting
career.

 

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“His death at this time is very unfortunate and a sad one
for us all in the entertainment industry.

 

“We will sorely miss him. May his soul rest in peace,” she
said.

 

Mr Ibu was confirmed dead by Mr Emeka Rollas, National
President, Actors Guild of Nigeria on Saturday.

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The 62-year-old was said to have suffered a cardiac arrest.



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