Singer Peter Okoye has pledge his support for actor Mr Ibu who is currently battling with an undisclosed illness.
The ailing actor who celebrated his 63rd birthday in an undisclosed hospital in Lagos on Tuesday revealed this in a video posted via Instagram on Wednesday, begging for financial support.
“I have been down for so many weeks, all I’m hoping for is your prayers and assistance. I’ve been in the hospital, as I speak to you, I’m still lying down in the hospital. The medical director says in case his new idea didn’t work, the best idea is to cut off my leg, just see me, if they cut off my leg where will I go to? Please be on prayers for me, talk to God Almighty, I don’t want my leg to be cut off. God bless you,” he said in parts.
Reacting in an Instagram post on Wednesday, Peter Okoye posted Ibu’s picture, calling on his colleague and fans to support the actor.
He wrote: “Our very own @realmribu (John Okafor) needs our help as he goes thrOugh a medical challenge. Our Nollywood legends deserve better, its time for we the people to show him love for bringing joy to our screens all these years.
“l am pledging my support for him 100% My dear colleagues, friends, family and fans pls support him in any little way you can! He needs our prayers and financial support in this challenging time. Praying for his speedy recovery May God heal you permanently our dear veteran.”
