More money for John Okafor as GOtv appoints him brand ambassador

L – R: MD MultiChoice Nigeria, John Ugbe, John Okafor aka Mr Ibu and General Manager GOtv Nigeria, Mrs. Elizabeth Amkpa during the signing of John Okafor as GOtv brand ambassador at the MultiChoice office in Victoria Island, Lagos...recently

 Nollywood comic star John Okafor globally known as Mr Ibu, is currently smiling to the banks. The Enugu State-born entertainer was recently appointed brand ambassador by digital terrestrial pay-TV, GOtv.

According to a statement signed and sent to SHOWBIZPLUSng by Miss Efe Obiomah, Public Relations Manager, GOtv, Mr. Ibu will feature in GOtv’s future commercials, make special guest appearances at GOtv launch events and promote the brand among GOtv’s grassroots audience alongside other activities.

Explaining the rationale behind the choice of John Okafor, general manager GOtv Nigeria, Mrs Elizabeth Amkpa said that GOtv sought an individual that has a strong acceptance by a wide audience.

“Given John Okafor’s successes in Nollywood as Mr Ibu, his popularity is not limited to any particular geo-political zone in Nigeria. Mr Ibu has a strong emotional appeal among GOtv audiences. He is a star that the man next door can relate to”, she said.

The endorsement deal was signed on Monday, 16 June and John Okafor confirms that both parties are happy with the terms of the contract.

John Okafor is known for his wittiness and is considered to be one of Nigeria’s most talented comic characters. He has acted in more than 70 Nollywood movies and is famed for his roles in Police Recruit (2003), Mr Ibu (2004), Mr Ibu in London (2004), 9 Wives (2005), Ibu in Prison (2006), Keziah (2007) and Bafana Bafana (2007).

John Okafor is versatile and remains a role model to many Nigerian comedians.