In a bid to save his life, doctors have amputated one of the legs of Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by his family on Monday. The statement noted that the actor underwent seven successful surgeries, and one of his legs had to be amputated to save his life.

Thelagostimes recalls that the actor who was critically ill had called for financial support from Nigerians.

Breaking the news via his Instagram account, the family wrote, “As of 1 p.m. noon today, Daddy has gone through 7 successful surgeries but to keep him alive and increase his chances of recovery, one of his legs had to be amputated. This development has been hard on us all but we’ve had to accept it as Daddy’s new reality to keep him alive.

“This development has been hard on us all, but we’ve had to accept it as Daddy’s new reality to keep him alive. Please, we are still soliciting support from well-meaning Nigerians. At this stage, Daddy is still very delicate, and he needs all the help he can get.

“Thank you, everyone; the Okafor family is grateful, and we don’t take you for granted. In due time, Daddy will personally acknowledge everyone who supported him during this period as soon as he’s stable.”