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Late Nollywood legend Mr Ibu laid to rest
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The late Veteran Nollywood actor, John Okafor, popularly as Mr Ibu, has been laid to rest in his hometown Amuri, located in the Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria.
The funeral was attended by family, friends, and colleagues from the entertainment industry. It was a somber yet celebratory event, with many sharing anecdotes of Mr. Ibu’s kindness, generosity, and the joy he brought into their lives.
Videos circulating online captured poignant moments from the ceremony as friends and relatives bid farewell to the late actor.
Pallbearers were seen in the footage solemnly carrying his casket to the cemetery for burial.
Mr Ibu ongoing burial currently in Enugu, may God rest his soul, we miss a legend â¤ď¸đĽş
pic.twitter.com/QFZsgWserDâ Ă.G.B of AfricađĽ (@OGBdeyforyou) June 28, 2024
Mr Ibu passed away on March 2, 2024, at the age of 62, following a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife and three children.
Mr. Ibu’s career spanned over two decades, during which he became a household name in Nigeria and beyond. His unique brand of humor, characterized by his expressive face and impeccable timing, endeared him to fans of all ages. He starred in over 200 films, including classics like “Mr. Ibu in London” and “Coffin Producers,” which remain beloved for their slapstick comedy and relatable characters.
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Ghanaian award-winning filmmaker and Creative Director, Kofi Asamoah, has been nominated and selected by the U.S. Embassy in Accra to participate in a professional exchange program managed through the US Department of State in partnership with Meridian International Center and UNESCO.
The fully funded program entitled, âIntellectual Property Best Practices for Creative Entrepreneurs and Policy Makersâ, takes 8 individuals from Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana and CĂ´te dâIvoire to the United States for a two-week program, June 22 to July 3, 2024. The program will travel to DC, Atlanta and LA focusing on meeting with experts in the creative industry, specifically film and music, as well as have a dedicated focus on copyright law and application.
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⢠Exchange best practices with U.S. policymakers, at the state and local levels, to improve the operating environment, drive employment growth, and attract global investment into their local creative markets;
⢠Examine the creative industriesâ infrastructure and business ecosystem; with input from IP experts, film and recording studios, industry associations, and other thought leaders; and
⢠Gain exposure to key business tools used by members of the creative economy to scale work globally.
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