Social media users have reacted after Mr Ibu’s widow spoke about hardship despite earlier posts that showed her enjoying a luxurious lifestyle.
LAGOS, NIGERIA — Fresh reactions have followed comments made by Stella Maris Okafor, the widow of late Nollywood actor Mr Ibu, after she reportedly opened up about financial difficulties. The reactions came as old videos and photos of her lifestyle resurfaced online and attracted renewed attention from social media users.
According to posts circulating on social media, some users recalled that a few months after Mr Ibu’s death, the widow shared videos showing herself stepping into a sport utility vehicle that some reports claimed she had purchased. Other clips also showed her dancing and appearing cheerful on her social media pages.
The resurfaced videos have now become the basis of criticism from some Nigerians who questioned her recent claims of hardship. Several commenters argued that her earlier online activities projected a comfortable lifestyle and appeared inconsistent with her latest comments about financial challenges.
Mr Ibu, whose real name was John Okafor, died in 2024 after battling health issues that drew national attention and support from fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry. Following his death, his family remained in the public eye as discussions continued over his legacy and welfare matters concerning those he left behind.
The development means public interest in the late actor’s family remains strong, especially when issues relating to finances and welfare emerge. It also highlights how past social media posts can influence public perception when celebrities and their families later speak about personal challenges.
