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- Biography
- Profile
- Early Life And Education
- Career
- Personal Life
- Net Worth
Mr Ibu Biography
Mr. Ibu John Ikechukwu Okafor (born October 17, 1961) is a popular actor in Nigeria.
Mr Ibu is a popular name in Nigeria, and he is a famous actor, businessman, and comedian. He also plays music and has released a few songs under his own name. John “Mr. Ibu” Okafor, a.k.a. “Johnny Ibu,” is one of the highest-paid and most-talented comedians in Nigeria. When he does comedy, he often says stupid or funny things that have nothing to do with reality.
Mr Ibu Profile
- Full Name;John Ikechukwu Okafor
- Stage Name: Mr. Ibu
- Born: 17 October 1961 (age 60 years old)
- Place of Birth: Nkanu West, Enugu, Nigeria
- State Of Origin: Enugu State
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Siblings: Queen Chioma Egboh
- Wife • Spouse: Stella Maris Okafor (m. 2015)
- Girlfriend • Partner: N/A
- Children: Emmanuel Mandela Okafor, Chelsea Okafor, Jay Jay Okafor
- Profession: Actor • Comedian
- Net Worth: US$3.5 million
Early Life And Education
Mr Ibu, or John Okafor, is from Nkanu West Local Government in Enugu State. On October 17, 1961, he entered this world. His sister is titled “Chioma Egboh, Queen. This is not death; he is still very much alive. After finishing primary school in 1974, he went to live with his brother in Sapele because of the death of their father. The humble work he conducted in Sapele paid for his education and provided for his family.
John “Mr. Ibu” Okafor has been in the workforce since the 1990s, when he started out as a barber, dabbled in photography, and joined a crate manufacturing firm. He was accepted to Yola College of Education after finishing high school but had to drop out owing to lack of funds. As soon as he was in a position to do so, he enrolled in the IMT (Institute of Management and Technology).
Career
As an actor, John Okafor has appeared in over 200 films, including as Mr Ibu (2004), Mr. Ibu in London (2004), Police Recruit (2003), 9 Wives (2005), Ibu in Prison (2006), and Keziah (2007). These films all attracted massive audiences all over Nigeria. In the past, he has contributed to Anambra Broadcasting Service (ABS). While in town, he worked as a cast member on the soap operas Ogbu Anyanwu and Kwere Kira.
Moreover, John “Mr Ibu” Okafor has a history of martial arts training. In 1983, after 16 years of training, he earned his black belt in Shotokan Karate. Also, he’s affiliated with the Nigerian Karate Federation. He claims to be the first Karate instructor at a federal government university in Nigeria.John “Mr Ibu” Okafor was formerly in the business world. Friends of his helped him out with this project. They bought used shoes, clothes, and medical supplies in Niger and sold them in Nigeria.
Filmography
- Agony, 1998
- Vuga, 2000
- Police Recruit, 2003
- Nicodemus, 2003
- Ngozi: Abeg Marry Us, 2003
- Naomi, 2003
- Informant, 2003
- Fresh Pain, 2003
- Civil War, 2003
- Bullet, 2003
- Unbreakable, 2004
- Mr. Ibu in London, 2004
- Mr. Ibu, 2004
- James & John, 2004
- Mr. Ibu, 2004
- James & John, 2004
- Dollars from Germany, 2004
- The Councillor, 2005
- Joshua, 2005
- Common Sense, 2005
- Circles of Live, 2005
- 9 Wives, 2005
- The Return of Mama-G, 2006
- The Journalist, 2006
- Sweet Mama, 2006
- Store Keeper, 2006
- Recharge Card, 2006
- Over Heat, 2006
- Men on the Run, 2006
- Four Forty, 2006
- Final Surrender, 2006
- Dear Mama, 2006
Mr Ibu Social Media
- Instagram: @realmribu
Personal Life
His son, actor John Okafor, is currently wed to Stella Maris Okafor. Emmanuel Mandela Okafor, Chelsea Okafor, and Jay Jay Okafor are the four offspring of their happy marriage. It just so happens that driving, making jokes, playing draft, and watching football are some of his favorite pastimes, and he and his wife often engage in these activities together. He’s a father of four at the moment.
Net Worth
It has been projected that John “Mr. Ibu” Okafor has a net worth of $3.5 million dollars. He’s a huge star in Nigeria and one of the wealthiest performers in Nollywood.
In 2014, he also signed sponsorship partnerships with MerryBet and GoTV.