Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, former Senate President, has paid for all of the medical expenditures of a prominent ailing actor, Mr John Okafor, alias Mr Ibu.
Saraki extended his hand through his charity, the ‘Abubakar Bukola Saraki charity’.
Mr Ibu had appealed to Nigerians on Wednesday to come to his rescue, stating that he does not want his legs amputated due to an unidentified condition.
In response to his appeal, the Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation came to his aid on Friday and paid off all of his medical expenditures.
Disclosing this on Twitter now X platform, the foundation said: “The Abubakar Bukola Saraki Foundation is honoured to have extended support to Mr John Okafor also known as Mr. Ibu, a renowned comedic icon who has graced our screens and brought joy and laughter to countless homes over the past four decades.
“When we learned of his recent health challenges and the financial burdens associated with his medical treatment, we felt a deep sense of responsibility to assist in any way we could. We promptly paid off his entire medical expenses as of Wednesday.
“We encourage everyone who can to come forward and assist in any capacity, whether it’s through financial contributions, moral support, or prayers. “We wish him a swift and complete recovery.”
Recall that Nigeria music stars cum celebrities, Davido, P-Square and Tunde Ednut had promised to take care of Mr Ibu’s medical expenses.