The Enugu State Government has opened a condolence register for Nigerians to pay their tributes to Nollywood Star, Obumneme Odonwodo fondly called junior pope who recently lost his life in a boat mishap which occurred at the River Niger.
A statement by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Aka Eze Aka at the weekend said the condolence register was opened at the Conference Hall of the Ministry of Information and Communication, State Secretariat, Enugu effective Monday, April 15, 2024.
He said those who may not be able to get to the ministry can send in their own message using email address: condolencejuniorpope@gmail.com to express their condolences.
The governor of the state, Peter Mbah has expressed deep shock over the untimely demise of the Nollywood icon, who hails from Ukehe in Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area of Enugu state, describing the death as ‘heart wrenching.
Mbah expressed deep regrets that the talented, young Nigerians could lose their lives in such unfortunate circumstance and commiserated with the bereaved families, Actors Guild of Nigeria and the entire Nollywood industry on the painful loss of their members.
Junior Pope began his Nollywood career in 2006, working his way up from supporting roles to global fame and owing to his versatility, he effectively switched between roles, playing characters ranging from bodyguards to villains, earning accolades such as the Nollywood Most Promising Actor in Nigeria award in 2010.
Junior Pope demonstrated his exceptional talent in over 150 films, gaining recognition at prestigious events such as the Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice (AMVC) Awards and the Africa Movie Academy (AMA) Awards.
He left behind a wife and three kids.