Mr Ibu's Family Buries Him in Enugu, Fans Mourn as Funeral Videos Emerge: "Rest on Legend"

• The late Nollywood actor, Mr Ibu, is set to be laid to rest on Friday, June 28, in his hometown in Enugu state
• Videos from the event have emerged on social media, and his fans are remembering his impact on the film industry
• Some people prayed for the repose of his soul, while others noticed the absence of several Nollywood practitioners at the event

The funeral of the late Nollywood actor, John Okafor, aka Mr Ibu, brought his family and friends together in Nkanu West local government area, Enugu state, on Friday, June 28.

Mr Ibu died on March 2, 2024, after battling an ailment that caused different issues in his family for years.

His adopted daughter, Jasmine Okafor, shared videos from the funeral that got his fans emotional.

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In one of the videos, the coffin of the deceased was carried by some undertakers who moved calmly as musical instruments were played.

It was a solemn event that had many netizens wondering if his colleagues were present, as they had not been spotted in any of the videos.

There was also a display from an individual wearing a white outfit, who was tagged an angel by netizens.

Watch his burial video below:

Fans react to Mr Ibu's video

Several fans of the late movie star have reacted to his burial video. See some of the comments below:

@yourladdertosuccess:

"I dey see the angel on top of the vehicle. Can't anyone see the angel?"

@iam_daniel_omojowo:

"Where are the celebrities?"

@iamkingdinero1:

"Rest well. I bet if he could wake up for 3 seconds, he go crack join about this burial and make everybody there laugh."

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@anwanowo:

"Wetin that man dey do on top ambulance?

@peyinadongy:

"Rest on legend."

Mr Ibu's burial committee seeks public donations

Legit.ng earlier reported that a committee set up to organise the burial of the late actor Mr Ibu had requested the assistance of the public to lay him to rest.

Recall that the comic actor passed away some months ago, and arrangements have been put in place to give him a befitting burial.

The committee, which is made up of his family and friends, hopes that the fans of the deceased will show some support.

Proofreading by Nkem Ikeke, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng