The sudden passing of popular Nollywood actor John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has left fans and family in grief. However, within 24 hours of his passing, an unexpected event took place regarding his digital legacy.
Jasmine Okafor, Mr Ibu’s adopted daughter, is said to have taken swift action regarding his TikTok account, which has more than 1 million followers. In a move that surprised many, she changed the account’s name to her own and proceeded to delete a significant portion of his videos.
The unexpected move has sparked mixed reactions from fans and followers of Mr. Ibu’s content on the platform. While some expressed sympathy, acknowledging Jasmine’s right to manage her digital presence, others voiced concerns about the sudden erasure of cherished memories associated with the late actor.
The incident serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding digital legacies and the decisions that family members may face in managing them after a loved one dies. It also highlights the evolving nature of online platforms and the importance of digital assets in preserving memories and connections.
“Just 24 hours after Mr Ibu passed away, his adopted daughter Jasmine changed the nollywood actor’s Tiktok account with over 1 million followers to her name and deleted all his videos”pic.twitter.com/DnDX31fsmF
– Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) March 3, 2024
While the public is processing this, many continue to mourn the passing of Mr. Ibu, remembering him for his iconic contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry and the laughter he brought to audiences around the world.
