Veteran actor Davis Ofor, popularly known as Clarus in the television sitcom New Masquerade, is dead.
He was 85.
His death was announced on Tuesday by fellow actor Tony Akposheri.
“Today, my heart is heavy. Davis Ofor, fondly known as Clarus from New Masquerade, is gone.
“We crossed into the New Year together, laughing, talking, sharing memories, and speaking hopefully about the days ahead.
“We spoke about life, about plans, about how far we had come. None of us knew that time was already counting differently for you.”
He added, “You were more than a familiar face on screen. You were a friend, a brother, a man with warmth, humour, and a presence that could light up any space.
“It is hard to believe that the voice I heard not long ago is now a memory. Hard to accept that someone so full of life can suddenly become a story we tell.
“Rest well, my friend. You came, you gave joy, you made your mark, and you will never be forgotten.”
Ofor rose to prominence in the 1980s for his role as Clarus, a comic houseboy in New Masquerade, one of Nigeria’s most popular sitcoms at the time. The programme, created by James Iroha, enjoyed wide viewership across the country and helped shape early Nigerian television comedy.
His portrayal of Clarus made him a household name and one of the most recognisable faces on the show.
Details about the cause of death were not disclosed.
