Mr Ibu’s Former Manager Refutes Death Rumours, Gives Update On His Health

Veteran Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu’s former manager has strongly refuted the rumours of the his demise.  Contrary to widespread social media reports, Chochoo confirmed that Mr. Ibu is currently unwell but very much alive. He revealed that Mr. Ibu is scheduled to undergo surgery on either Saturday or early Sunday morning to address his health issues.  According to Chochoo, the actor has been declared dead online multiple times over the past two months, despite being alive offline. Chochoo stated, “He has been dying online for about two months now. I don’t know where they are getting the news from because online he is already dead, but offline he is still alive. He is having another operation either today or tomorrow morning. I was his former manager, but we are still very close. Online he is dead already, but he is very much alive in reality.” Addressing concerns about the potential amputation of Mr. Ibu’s leg due to diabetes, Chochoo clarified that only two toes, which have been severely affected, may be removed.  He explained, “He has had some complications based on his health, but this time he is battling with diabetes. Contrary to reports online that they want to cut off his leg, the doctors advised him to cut off two toes because they have been affected by the illness, as they were getting rotten.”

We’re Not Running Any Promo Sales, Dangote Debunks Rumours

Leading cement production company, Dangote Cement Plc, has denied reports that it recently embarked on a sales promotion leading to a price adjustment. Unconfirmed reports say, the company in response to the price reduction announcement by BUA Cement had also slashed the price of its product to about N3,450. However, in a swift reaction, the company says it is not embarking on any sales promotion as is been reported. In his response, the Chief Branding and Communications Officer of the Dangote Group, Anthony Chiejina described the reports as mischievous, malicious, and false. He added that the Management has formally notified the law enforcement agents to track down, name, and shame the perpetrators of this devious and deceptive information. He urged Dangote’s Cement customers and other stakeholders to continue patronising the high-quality cement brand and be careful of scammers, who are bent on defrauding them of their funds.