Veteran Nollywood actor, Davis Ofor, popularly known as Clarus in the 1980s sitcom, New Masquerade, is dead. The news of his passing was announced on Tuesday by a fellow actor, Tony Akposheri, in an Instagram post. Davis Ofor, fondly known as Clarus from New Masquerade, is gone. Ofor rose to prominence for his role as Clarus in New Masquerade, a widely acclaimed Nigerian television comedy that aired on the Nigerian Television Authority and became a household favourite in the 1980s. His portrayal of the comic character earned him national recognition and endeared him to audiences across the country, making Clarus one of the most memorable figures in Nigerian television history.

Source: Punch April 07, 2026 17:20 UTC