A memorial service and novelty march are being organized by the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, Delta State chapter, to honor the memory of Jnr Pope and four other victims who lost their lives in the Anam river boat mishap on April 10, 2024. A source confirmed this development yesterday to Saturday Vanguard, stating that a planning committee has already been set up in this respect.

The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has announced the suspension of all film productions involving riverine areas and boat rides following the tragic boat accident that claimed the life of Nollywood actor Junior Pope and three crew members.

TC, one of the survivors of the tragic boat accident that claimed the life of Nollywood actor Pope Obumneme Odonwodo, also known as Junior Pope, has recounted the moments leading up to the incident.   According to TC, the mishap occurred due to the lack of experience of the individual steering the boat. The accident took place on the Anam River in Anambra State as the group was returning from a movie shoot.