The news of Nigerian actor, John Okafor's death has left many across West Africa sad.

The actor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, passed away on Saturday, March 2, after a cardiac arrest.

Before his death, Mr Ibu had been unwell for months. He underwent multiple surgeries that saw his leg amputated.

Many fans have since taken to social media to wish the actor farewell and also thank him for the happy memories he brought them through his movies.

Read some of the posts below:

Mr Ibu told me I had such a powerful voice and resorted to calling me woman on fire anytime he saw me.

Told me my voice was larger than me

Thank you for the joy you brought to our lives.

Rest in power Man on Fire forever
Legend pic.twitter.com/3VgOUm79rX

— UGOCHI (@ugoccie) March 3, 2024

Thank you for the wonderful childhood memories. RIP Legend, Mr Ibu pic.twitter.com/8lx1mTDDOW

— Nhlanhla Gezani Leonard (@BaloyiLeonard) March 3, 2024

Mr Ibu you will always be in the heart of Nigerians

This one pain us pic.twitter.com/7ZxtByRRTP

— Nigeria Stories (@NigeriaStories) March 3, 2024

Rest in peace Mr.Ibu pic.twitter.com/fGbMI7KEC0

— Asantewaa. JL (@xtremely_chic) March 3, 2024

Hmm so sad

— (@Walkwithnash1) March 3, 2024

This is one of Mr Ibu videos I really loved
Rest in peace John Okafor legend watch & retweet Nicodemus .. pic.twitter.com/BdittqSqMa

— Sholla (@Haaland_sholla) March 3, 2024

Mr. Ibu is a legend. May his soul rest in peace pic.twitter.com/L4EpNTaUu1

— Ole Teya (@TeyaKevin) March 3, 2024

Thank you for making our childhood fun, Mr. Ibu.

Rest in peace, Africa's funniest man, John Okafor. pic.twitter.com/4PFZeIcWRV

— Alinur Mohamed (@AlinurMohamed_) March 3, 2024

RIP Mr Ibu, the best actor ever existed in Nollyhood pic.twitter.com/umygeq2S7t

— mArK (@Bartinga_ke1) March 3, 2024

Rest in peace Mr. Ibu (John Okafor)- one of my favorite actors of all time. You brought so much joy and laughter onto so many faces. You made childhood fun. You were a gem Fare thee well. #RIPMrIbu pic.twitter.com/Uefltd6Z60

— David Lewis Rubongoya (@DavidLRubongoya) March 3, 2024

John Okafor’s comedy was different. A lot of people didn’t even know his real name wasn’t Mr Ibu. The jokes were inbuilt. He had everything to give freely and make you laugh.

His fatherly mix with Aki and Pawpaw was natural. An important figure in our childhood. Rest on Ibu pic.twitter.com/7nLJTRhtje

— Lola Okunrin (@lollypeezle) March 3, 2024

Mr Ibu was a legend with vibes. RIP LEGEND pic.twitter.com/SWtTtTxm9u

— Allano (@papaallano_) March 3, 2024

The death of Mr Ibu just seems as though pawpaw just lost his dad and Charles Inojie just lost his best friend.
The formed a part of our childhood. RIP Legend pic.twitter.com/cTOqWDHdGk

— Joberri (@Joberri__) March 3, 2024

Rest in peace Mr Ibu. Thank you for all the years you entertained us John Okafor, you'll never be forgotten. Rip legend pic.twitter.com/htWhlf7wNo

— DEN KOGEI (@DENKOGEI) March 3, 2024

This is how I got introduced to Mr Ibu the rest is history
RIP LEGEND pic.twitter.com/hgMrn9cAyd

— DIDO DNICE (@KingDidoDnice) March 3, 2024

John Okafor aka Mr Ibu graced our screen and gave us the best memories. His memory lives on. Rip Legend pic.twitter.com/tEarSUvysI

— HipTv (@HipTv) March 3, 2024

Thank you John okafor (Mr Ibu) for making my childhood fun with your movies

RIP legend pic.twitter.com/ktCJ1UsBaI

— Nnamdi (@tweetsbyzyl) March 3, 2024

Rest in Peace, Legend. We loved you. Our own Nigerian Joe Mafela/Sdumo.

Thank you for the laughs, Mr Ibu pic.twitter.com/QHh8TWQPFn

— Penuel The Black Pen (@GodPenuel) March 3, 2024

The Man who keep Africa and the world in stitches...
Mr John Okafor aka Mr Ibu, RIP Legend pic.twitter.com/ZBusSIAKHe

— Man's Not Barry Roux (@AdvBarryRoux) March 3, 2024

The Man who keep Africa and the world in stitches...
Mr John Okafor aka Mr Ibu, RIP Legend pic.twitter.com/ZBusSIAKHe

— Man's Not Barry Roux (@AdvBarryRoux) March 3, 2024

One of the best to have ever done it in Nollywood!!!! Rest In Peace John Okafor AKA Mr. Ibu. Thank you for the HUNDREDS of movies... and the hilarious dances as well!!! #RIPMrIbu #MrIbu pic.twitter.com/EPOmLEq4J6

— Maina Kageni (@ItsMainaKageni) March 3, 2024

This is so sad to post!

Nollywood actor, MR JOHN OKAFOR IS DEAD.
It’s 4:46 am now and honestly seeing this news made me completely sad.

After all the money Nigerians contributed and all the drama from his so called family members.

Rip to you Mr ibu. pic.twitter.com/eO9nhKsHJP

— Chioma Oji (@OjiChioma1) March 3, 2024

RIP legend Mr Ibu... what an entertainer pic.twitter.com/HqEaxY580c

— Meshack Mathe Bevhula (@MeshackBevhula) March 3, 2024

May the soul of Mr John Okafor AKA ( Mr Ibu ) rest in peace. Nigerians will miss him and his hilarious comedy. May God Almighty Allah gives the family the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss. pic.twitter.com/w1YRieyL88

— Dr Yunusa Tanko (@YunusaTanko) March 3, 2024

Now this video hits very differently.

Rip JOHN OKAFOR

Your Mr ibu persona would always live long in our memories pic.twitter.com/Fr3NadT2Km

— Veezy (@veezyveezy12) March 3, 2024

The passing of John Okafor aka Mr. Ibu is a sad chapter in Nigerian entertainment history. Let’s take solace in the fact that his works will live on and will inspire generations unborn. RIP to one of the greats.

— Bovi (@officialBovi) March 3, 2024

John Okafor was such a talented comic actor who brought so much laughter to our childhood. A Chelsea fan through and through. His movies will always be cherished. Rest on, Mr Ibu pic.twitter.com/T41GnCukl1

— Elvis Tunde (@Tunnykvng) March 3, 2024

Mr Ibu was one of the greatest gifts nature gave our generation

RIP Legend pic.twitter.com/t8Vo6zQAUT

— The Lord Of The Wings( Lisa) Arsenal Biggest Fan (@WhyUfikelate) March 3, 2024