‘We’ve not flown our daddy abroad because the doctors have tagged him ‘Not Fit to Fly’.
The family of veteran Nollywood actor and comedian, John Okafor, known as Mr Ibu, has disclosed the reason behind his inability to be flown abroad for additional treatment.
The family explained in a statement that doctors have deemed him ‘Not Fit to Fly,’ rendering it challenging to arrange his departure for advanced medical treatment due to the airlines’ refusal to transport him.
The statement added that the Enugu-born actor is recuperating, but needed friends, colleagues, fans, and fellow Nigerians prayers during this challenging time.
According to the family, Mr Ibu is receiving care at one of Nigeria’s largest and finest hospitals, where he is under the supervision of a highly skilled team of medical professionals.
Additionally, the family explained that the cause of Mr Ibu’s illness is not diabetes, but rather the persistent clotting of blood in his leg, stemming from diseased blood vessels, along with other health challenges that pose a significant risk to his life.
They said this necessitated further amputation of the same leg amputated last month.
The statement reads in parts: “We wish to express our sincere gratitude to well-meaning Nigerians and the general public for your immense contributions, physically, spiritually, and most above all financially on getting our daddy Mr John Okafor (Mr Ibu) back on his feet again.
