Former Senate President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has cleared all the medical expenses of ailing actor, Mr John Okafor, aka Mr Ibu.
The politician did this through his foundation, Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation.
The ailing actor, had, on Wednesday, appealed to Nigerians to come to his aid, noting that he does not want his legs to be cut off, following an undisclosed ailment. Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation, on Friday, came to his rescue and settled all his medical bills.
Disclosing this on X platform, the foundation said: “The Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation is honoured to have extended support to Mr John Okafor also known as Mr. Ibu, a renowned comedic icon who has graced our screens and brought joy and laughter to countless homes over the past four decades.
“When we learned of his recent health challenges and the financial burdens associated with his medical treatment, we felt a deep sense of responsibility to assist in any way we could. We promptly paid off his entire medical expenses as of Wednesday.
“We encourage everyone, who can, to come forward and assist in any capacity, whether it’s through financial contributions, moral support, or prayers. We wish him a swift and complete recovery.”
Nigeria music stars, Davido, P-Square and Tunde Ednut had promised to take care of Ibu’s medical expenses. Other well-meaning people all over the world had begun to contribute money to support the ailing actor’s medical expenses.
