Following the death of late Nollywood comic actor, John Ikechukwu Okafor, best known as Mr Ibu, his family has announced the date for his burial ceremony, which is slated for June 28 at his hometown Amuri, in Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State.

The late actor's immediate family and his elder brother praised the actor's efforts in making their state and nation proud.

The statement reads thus;
“The Okafor family in Eziokwe Amuri, Nkanu West LGA in Enugu State wishes to honour the loving memory of our hero and a legend John Ikechukwu Okafor who even in death has left a legacy of love, laughter and liveliness.

“We would appreciate your esteemed presence as we lay to rest our son, husband, father, grandfather,brother, uncle and in-law on the 28th of June 2024.

“Kindly join us as we share the best and last moments with our icon.”