Ruzu Boss, Dr Uzu, Peter Obi, Nollywood Actors, Others Pay Last Respect To Late Mr. Ibu

CYRIACUS IZUEKWE 

The founder and CEO, Ruzu Herbal Products, Dr Robert Onyemaechi Uzu,  former Governor of Anambra State, Mr. Peter Obi and top Nollywood actors were among those who paid their last respect to Late legendary Nollywood veteran actor and a film producer, John Okafor a.k a Mr. Ibu. 

P.M.EXPRESS reports that Mr. Ibu was laid to rest yesterday, Friday 28th June, 2024, in his hometown, Amuri, Enugu State.

He died on 2nd March, 2024, in a Lagos hospital at the age of 63, after suffering from diabetes and other health related problems.

The burial ceremony, which witnessed high profile personalities who travelled to Enugu, started at Toscana Hotel, Enugu, where Mr. Ibu’s corpse was first  received by the MD of Toscana Hotel alongside Nollywood actors, relations,  friends and partners of the late actor.

Thereafter, the corpse, accompanied by actors and other dignitaries, was moved to his hometown Amuri, Nkanu West Local Government Area, Enugu State, where the burial proper was conducted.

Notable guests that graced the burial ceremony were His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi, former Presidential Candidate for Labour Party at the last Presidential Election, Dr. Uzu Onyemaechi Robert,  Chairman, Go-Wellness Worldwide Limited, and the CEO Ruzu Group, Nollywood legendary actors and film producers, Prince Emeka Ani, Nkem Owoh a.k.a Osuofia, Mrs. Patience Ozokwo a.k.a Mama G, Mr. Steve Eboh, a.k a Ajebo, Dr. Ken Bucknor Ugochukwu, Mr. Prince Ejiamatu, Mr. Charles Awurum, Mr. Charles Inoje and many others.

The burial ceremony witnessed emotional tributes from family, colleagues, and friends. His Excellency,  Mr. Peter Obi said that Mr. Ibu was irreplaceable.

Dr. Uzu was accompanied by his brand ambassadors, Prince Emeka, Mr. Steve Eboh and AB Cowboy. They consoled Mr. Ibu’s family and officially presented to them souvenirs courtesy of Go-Wellness Worldwide Limited and Ruzu Group.

In his words, every person who had Mr. Ibu in his or her heart, tried their best to save his life, but God knows the best. He assured the family that Go-wellness Worldwide and Ruzu Group will continue to support the family.

Meanwhile, His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi was shocked to see Nollywood Actor, Prince Emeka Ani, looking strong and  healthy, knowing fully that he was down with diabetes and other related health problems for over 10 years.

He interacted with him and Dr. Uzu during which Prince Emeka Ani asked His Excellency Mr. Peter Obi to thank Dr. Uzu because God used him through his herbal medicines to save his life.

Mr. Obi appreciated Dr. Uzu for what he has been doing in the lives of Nollywood actors and prayed that God will continue to bless his service to humanity.

It will be recalled that Dr. Uzu Onyemaechi Robert has partnered with Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) to treat all the registered Nollywood actors free, and many of them have benefited from this partnership. His products, like Ruzu Herbal Bitters, Ruzu Herbal Tea, Ruzu Black for Men, Ruzu Herbal Balm, and many others, have really helped Nigerians in managing their health.

Dr. Ruzu presented the official drink of the occasion, Kamkpe Herbal Drink, to legendary Nollywood actors Nkem Owoh a.k.a Osuofia, Patience Ozokwor a.k.a Mama G, Mr. Charles Inoje, Mr. Victor Osuagwu, Mr. Charles Awurum,Bobmanuel Udokwu,Ernest Obi,Emma Emordi Daniels,Amaka Ofor,Francess Nsonwu aka Dorcas is a Queen and others. Mr. Nkem Owoh, on behalf of Nollywood actors, appreciated Dr. Uzu, as all of them enjoyed the Kamkpe Herbal Drink.