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Junior Pope, a renowned Nollywood actor whose real name was Obumneme Odonwodo, has tragically passed away after completing the construction of his luxurious mansion worth millions of naira.
Recall that the late actor had in December 2023, proudly showcased his newly built mansion on Instagram.
Just four months later, the star is no more.
Unfortunately, Odonwodo, along with three other members of the film crew, lost their lives in a devastating incident when their journey to a movie set ended in a tragic drowning in River Niger.
See pictures of the house below:
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party in the upcoming 2023 elections, expressed his deep sorrow over the tragic passing of Nollywood actor, Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, widely known as Junior Pope.
In his heartfelt tribute, Obi praised Junior Pope for his remarkable talent as an actor, bringing both laughter and enlightenment to Nigerians through his entertaining performances in movies and comedy skits.
The news of his demise has left a profound impact on Obi and countless others, as they mourn the loss of a truly gifted and beloved artist.
He said:
“I am shocked by the reports of the death of yet another vibrant Nollywood actor, Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope. Our entertainment industry, and indeed our dear nation, is once again thrown into mourning, by the death of this young talented actor.
“His death is yet another great loss to the entertainment industry which has in recent years risen to become a most vibrant sector of our social and economic life. I am even more saddened to imagine the pain and agony of the families they have just left behind.
“Death is a very painful experience, but the death of a young one with a promising future is even more devastating. I sincerely commiserate with his family and the families of others who also lost their lives in the boat accident.
“I also condole with the Actors Guild of Nigeria, and the entire entertainment industry. May God give them, and all of us, the fortitude to bear this sad irreplaceable loss, and grant eternal rest to the dead. -PO”
The unexpected passing of Nollywood actor Junior Pope has left many in shock, with tributes pouring in from his colleagues and friends. The internet is abuzz with reactions as people mourn the loss of the talented actor.
According to reports, Junior Pope tragically passed away while filming on a river. It has been confirmed that no life support was available during the filming on the water.
Videos circulating online show the actor’s lifeless body being recovered from the river, along with four others whose identities have not yet been disclosed.
In a heartfelt tribute, comedian Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, also known as Sabinus or Mr Funny, shared a video of his last moments with Junior Pope. He expressed his grief over the loss and mentioned their unfinished projects.
Sabinus, who struggled to come to terms with the news, spoke about how Junior Pope had supported him during a series shoot. He fondly remembered the late actor’s humility and encouragement, which had endeared him to his heart.
He wrote:
“Baba No Na We Still Have Unfinished Job. This CaNt Be True Ahhhhh !! You came through for me when I needed you on my job you treated me like a brother Humility And Encouragement Was Part Of Your Lifestyle Ahhhh.
We did a job on sabi ride in just 1 hour we finished it , baba was so good and spontaneous ahhh this one pain me.”
Ahhhhh !! You came through for me when I needed you on my job you treated me like a brother
Humility And Encouragement Was Part Of Your Lifestyle Ahhhh.
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