Veteran Nollywood actor, Davis Offor, popularly known as Clarus in the iconic Nigerian television sitcom, The New Masquerade, has died.
The news was confirmed by his fellow actor on the sitcom, Dr Tony Akposheri, alias Zacky, this morning to Emdee David.
Clarus was a veteran actor and comedian who entertained Nigerians in the 1980s and early 1990s, best known for his role as the wide-eyed houseboy who worked alongside Gringory Akabuogu (played by the late James Iroha) and for Chief Zebrudaya (Chika Okpala).
Key aspects of his biography and life:
Rise to Fame: Clarus was a main character in The New Masquerade, a beloved NTA sitcom that ran from the 1980s into the early 1990s, focusing on social satire, class, and comedy.
Career Transition: After the peak of his comedy career, Offor left the entertainment industry, not due to his health, but to focus on a calling to become a minister of God.
Spiritual Life: He was ordained as a minister in the London-based Aetherius Temple and has been delivering weekly spiritual messages for over 25 years.
Health and Advocacy: Despite suffering from visual impairment (blindness) for many years, Offor has continued his ministry, stating that his sight condition is not a hindrance to his life or work.
Current Status: As of early 2026, he is known as Rev. David Offor and resides in Aba, where he focuses on his spiritual ministry.
Offor was part of the original, highly acclaimed cast of The New Masquerade that included Chief Zebrudaya, Gringory, Ovuleria, Jegede Shokoya, and others. Emdeedavid.com