CurrentReport Blog In a heartfelt gesture, Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the last election, visited the family of the late Nollywood actor Junior Pope. The former Anambra State governor extended his sympathies and signed the condolence register during his visit.
The tragic loss of Junior Pope has left the Nollywood community and his fans in mourning. Known for his vibrant performances and dedication to his craft, Junior Pope’s untimely death on April 10, 2024, shocked many. He and three others perished when their boat capsized on the Anam River in Anambra State, as they were returning from a film location.
Nollywood actor and former spokesperson of the Labour Party presidential campaign council, Kenneth Okonkwo, documented the visit on his Instagram page on Saturday afternoon. He shared poignant pictures and videos of Peter Obi’s time with the grieving family. Okonkwo captioned the post: “HE Peter Obi arrived at the residence of John Paul Odonwodo Junior Pope, to pay his condolences to his family over the sad, and untimely departure of their child, brother, husband and father. He consoled his mother, Mrs. Maria Odonwodo, the widow, Jennifer, and his children.”
Junior Pope was laid to rest at his hometown, Ukehe in Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State, on Friday. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his loved ones and the Nollywood community, who continue to remember his contributions to the film industry.
