The funeral service for the beloved actor John Odonwodo, widely known as Junior Pope, took place at St. Peter’s Catholic Parish in Ukehe, Enugu State.
The BBC Igbo shared a video of the emotional burial service on Facebook, capturing the somber farewell from family, friends, and fans. The translated caption read, “John Paul Odonwodo’s burial is going on now in Ukehe Igbo central LG, Enugu state. See how the family and friends of Junior Pope say goodbye.”
Junior Pope tragically passed away on April 10 in a boat accident on the Anam River while returning from a movie shoot. He was 43 years old.
The service saw a large turnout of mourners, all gathered to pay their last respects to the actor who had touched many lives through his work in the Nigerian film industry. His passing has left a significant void in the hearts of his family, colleagues, and fans.
As the community comes together to honor Junior Pope’s memory, his legacy in Nollywood and his impact on his audience remain celebrated.
