The final funeral rites of Nollywood star Jnr Pope, who died on 10 April while filming ‘Other Side of Life’, produced by Adanma Luke, are ongoing in Enugu State.
His remains arrived in his hometown, Ukehe, Enugu State, for his final burial rites and interment.
His episcopal burial mass commenced at 9:00 a.m. in St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Ukehe, Igbo-Etiti Local Government Area, Enugu State.
Filmmaker Stanley Nwoko shared photos from the ceremony while the late actor’s fans visited their social media platforms to pray for his eternal peace.
His fans also prayed to God to grant strength to his beloved wife, children, and family in coping with their loss.
PREMIUM TIMESearlierreported that theActors Guild of Nigeria(AGN) prohibited the taking of video and pictures at the burial.
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