The widow of late Nollywood legend John Okafor, popularly known as Mr Ibu, has set social media abuzz after sharing a rare video of her meeting with popular singer Ruger.
Unexpected Encounter Goes Viral
Stellamaris Okakor, who lost her husband earlier this year, took to her social media platforms on Monday, November 24 to express her excitement about meeting the Asiwaju crooner. The video quickly gained traction across various social media platforms, sparking numerous reactions from netizens.
In the short clip that has since gone viral, the late actor's wife appeared genuinely thrilled to be in the company of the music star. Ruger appeared shirtless in the video, wearing eyeglasses as he stood beside the beaming widow.
Heartwarming Caption Sparks Conversation
Stellamaris didn't hold back her admiration for the singer in her caption, describing him as "a good person with a very large heart." She further added heartfelt words of blessing and appreciation for the artist.
"God bless you always, a humble soul and cute too," she wrote, showcasing her positive impression of the musician following their encounter.
Mixed Reactions Flood Social Media
While many social media users celebrated the rare meeting between the Nollywood widow and the music star, several netizens took a more cautious approach, issuing what appeared to be warnings to Ruger.
One user with the handle @DanteXFire commented: "Ruger wey be Yoruba boy I no trust am," expressing suspicion about the singer's intentions.
Another user, @egbenwajesus1, added: "Ruger na our legend wife o, make una no do rubbish o," essentially cautioning the artist to respect the widow of the beloved Nollywood icon.
Some observations focused on the body language displayed in the video, with @Akpos0066 noting: "God abeg oo, d way rugger dey vibrate him chest sef chia, d widow is speechless."
The conversation took several turns as netizens analyzed every aspect of the encounter, from the location to the apparent comfort levels of both individuals.
Connection to Previous Mr Ibu Viral Moment
This isn't the first time the late actor has trended on social media recently. The video emerges amid renewed interest in Mr Ibu's legacy, including an old clip of the comedian showing off his dance moves that went viral during Rema's Kelebu challenge.
At that time, netizens had declared Mr Ibu the winner of the challenge and urged Rema to send the $10,000 prize money (equivalent to approximately N12 million) to the late actor's family.
The Mavin Records star had launched the global dance challenge to promote his song, inadvertently bringing Mr Ibu's memory back into the spotlight.
Meanwhile, the entertainment industry continues to honor the late actor's legacy. Recently, a Ghanaian model made waves at the 2025 AMVCA by wearing an outfit featuring pictures of Mr Ibu and other departed Nollywood stars who significantly impacted the industry.
The tribute was widely praised by netizens who appreciated the thoughtful homage to the entertainment legends.
As the video of Stellamaris and Ruger continues to circulate online, it serves as another reminder of the enduring place Mr Ibu holds in the hearts of fans across Africa and the ongoing public interest in his family's wellbeing.
