Media personality, Do2dtun has paid tribute to late Nollywood actors, Tolani Quadri better known as Sisi Quadri and John Okafor better known as Mr Ibu, both of whom passed away over the weekend.
Taking to his Instagram page, Do2dtun characterized the day as profoundly and unquestionably awkward. He emphasized that it would be marked as a day when two remarkable actors, who still had much to contribute, departed.
He remarked on their exceptional and irreplaceable personas. According to him, finding a better Sisi Quadri or Mr Ibu would be a challenge, as their unique qualities are difficult to replicate, and it’s unlikely to encounter their kind again.
Expressing sorrow over their passing, he stated that although the actors’ time has come to an end, their legacy continues to live on.
He wrote;
“Today is just an extremely and undeniably awkward day. It’s a day to remember. Two greats that still had a lot to offer. They were exceptional; irreplaceable characters. You can’t see a better Sisi or Mr Ibu. Hard to replicate… Hard to see their type again.
Very Sad”.“It’s over! But their legacy will never die. Strive to be exceptional cos these guys were…
What a day.
RIP”.
Glamsquad reported on Friday, 1st March 2024 that Sisi Quadri passed away. His passing was announced by his colleague Tunde Olayusuf on Instagram.
It was reported that the actor passed away after being rushed to the hospital in his hometown of Iwo, Osun State, due to persistent hiccups caused by kidney-related issues.
A viral video of the actor expressing concern about his health before his untimely demise circulated online, sparking calls for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
Upon learning of his passing, his colleagues, deeply affected by the news, expressed their grief on their individual Instagram pages. On Saturday, by Islamic customs, Sisi Quadri was laid to rest in his hometown of Iwo, Osun State.
Hours after Sisi Quadri was laid to rest, the news of Mr Ibu’s passing flooded the internet.