Nollywood Star Mr Ibu Speaks From Sick Bed After Being Poisoned Again

Nigerian actor John Okafor (better known as Mr. Ibu) has disclosed that he is recovering in the hospital after being poisoned for the second time in three years.

In an interview with Saturday Beats, the Nollywood veteran talked about the possibility of his enemies using him to test their powers.

Mr. Ibu revealed that, unlike the last time when his ailment originated from his village, this time, the incident took place in Abuja.

"I just got poisoned again. It seems my enemies are using me to rehearse (their powers). This time, I wasn’t poisoned in the village. I was poisoned in Abuja last week at an entertainment event.

John Okafor a.k.a. Mr. Ibu

"I really cannot explain how I was poisoned because it was a gathering of people, though it was not a big event", he said.

The actor who is known for his comic roles and rotund belly sounded weak but maintained that he was getting better.

"I am recuperating, although I have neither worked out nor driven since I got ill. However, I intend to take a walk this (Friday) evening, because I am hopeful that I would get better.

"I am eating well now, and I’m prepared to go back on set any moment from now."

Addressing those soliciting funds for him without seeking his permission, the actor expressed his disapproval, adding that he was not begging anyone for money.

"Some people have sold me. They have not heard from me and all they want to do is ‘sell me’. But, their plans won’t work because God has raised me up.

"I am not begging anybody for money. My condition is not as critical as some people are making it seem. Anybody who has made it a point of duty to talk about my sickness and take advantage of it should stop.

"I am here (hospital) with my wife. I am not saying all my friends that are supposed to visit me and bring me money cannot do that.

"But, I have never asked anyone to beg people for money on my behalf. They should stop. If I want to die, I would let them know, since they seem to be so interested."