Heartfelt moments from the funeral service of beloved Nollywood actor John Odonwodo, also known as Junior Pope. See touching snapshots captured during the ceremony at St. Peter’s Catholic Parish in Ukehe, Enugu State. Pay tribute to the late actor as he is laid to rest in his hometown.
The solemn funeral service for the beloved Nollywood actor, John Odonwodo, affectionately known as Junior Pope, has begun at St. Peter’s Catholic Parish in Ukehe, Enugu State. The 43-year-old actor tragically lost his life on April 10, alongside four others, in a devastating boat accident on the Anam River while returning from a movie shoot.
Today, family, friends, and colleagues gather to pay their final respects as Junior Pope is laid to rest in his hometown of Uwala Abaka, Ukehe. The ceremony, attended by numerous Nollywood personalities, serves as a poignant reminder of the indelible mark Junior Pope left on the Nigerian film industry.
Through heartfelt prayers and fond memories shared his legacy lives on, cherished by all who knew him. As the community mourns the loss of a talented actor and cherished friend, the photographs captured during the burial service offer a glimpse into the solemn yet dignified tribute to Junior Pope's life and legacy.
