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Actors Guild of Nigeria confirms Junior Pope’s death, says ‘We finally lost him’
Actors Guild of Nigeria confirms Junior Pope’s death, says ‘We finally lost him’
The National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas, has confirmed the death of Nollywood actor John Paul Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope.
The late actor and three of his colleagues were returning from a movie location in a boat when they fell into the Anam River in Anambra on Wednesday, Chronicle NG reported.
Rollas took to his Instagram page on Thursday to disclose the sad development, as he wrote, “It is so sad that our joy was shortlived.
“My first post was out of excitement when we noticed his tingling fingers. Two notable hospitals tried their best to revive him, but to no avail.
“God knows the best. We finally lost him,” he said.
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Junior Pope joined the Nollywood industry in 2006, attending movie auditions and acting as a minor character in films.
He usually played the roles of a bodyguard, palace attendant, and servant in movies.
In 2007, he rose to fame after acting in the Nollywood blockbuster movie “Secret Adventures,” a movie directed by Tchidi Chikere.
He acted in more than 150 Nollywood movies, which include “Secret Adventures,” “Mad Sex,” “Bitter Generation,” “Vengeance of Bullet,” “The Cat,” “The Generals,” and “Wrong Initiation,” among others.
In 2010, he won the award for Nollywood’s Most Promising Actor in Nigeria at the Entertainment Factory Awards.
He is known for playing criminal, villain, armed robber, militant, and hitman roles in movies alongside Emma Ehumadu, Sylvester Madu, Zubby Michael, Jim Iyke, Alaso Wariboko, Gentle Jack, Hanks Anuku, and Jerry Amilo.
Other awards he won include Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards and Best Actor of the Year at the Africa Movie Academy Awards, among others.
Actors Guild of Nigeria confirms Junior Pope’s death, says ‘We finally lost him’
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I’ll never marry a man who can’t afford a cook – BBNaija star Doyin
I’ll never marry a man who can’t afford a cook – BBNaija star Doyin
BNaija star star Doyinsola Anuoluwapo David, popularly known as Doyin has caused a buzz online about her marital preferences, particularly concerning the affordability of hiring a cook.
The episode featured Twitter personality Daniel Regha as a guest, who shared his views on the matter.
During their conversation, Daniel Regha emphasized that cooking is an essential skill for everyone.
He argued that while both genders should know how to cook, it is particularly important for a wife to have these skills and pass them on to her children.
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Drake loses $565k after betting on Tyson Fury against Usyk
Drake loses $565k after betting on Tyson Fury against Usyk
Multi-Grammy-winning Canadian rapper Aubrey ‘Drake’ Graham has lost $565,000 after betting on Tyson Fury to beat Oleksandr Usyk.
It is yet another big-money gambling loss for the ‘First Person Shooter’ crooner.
Before the fight, Drake revealed on Instagram that he had gambled $565,000 on Fury to win.
If Fury had won, he would have collected just over $1million.
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in a split decision to become the undisputed Heavyweight champion of the world.
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The fight was the first undisputed heavyweight fight in nearly 25 years in Saudi Arabia.
Two judges scored the fight in Usyk’s favour- 115-113 and 114-113 with the other giving it to Fury at 114-113.
The knockdown of Fury in the ninth round proved decisive. He is now a two-weight undisputed world champion.
In round nine, Fury was completely out off his feet and stumbled around the ring a Usyk went in search of the finishing shot.
The referee then called a knockdown, giving Fury a standing count with the Gypsy King slumped in the corner.
Usyk has now added Fury’s WBC title to his own WBA, IBF and WBO belts.
Drake previously lost a six-figure sum after Anthony Joshua’s knockout win over Francis Ngannou, and another $700,000 after Dricus Du Plessis beat Sean Strickland at UFC 297.
Drake loses $565k after betting on Tyson Fury against Usyk
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Portable out with new song after leaving police custody
Portable out with new song after leaving police custody
Controversial singer, Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable, wasted no time in getting back to his music career after his recent release from police custody.
The artist shared a snippet of his upcoming song, titled “Spiderman,” just hours after being released.
The “Zazuu” hitmaker, who gained attention for his viral video evading arrest by scaling over a gate, responded to his recent troubles with a diss track. Portable’s arrest stemmed from his failure to adhere to the payment plan for his G-Wagon SUV.
In the wake of the incident, Portable’s creativity took flight as he channeled his experiences into his music. The teaser for “Spiderman” hints at a song that embodies his resilient spirit and ability to overcome obstacles, echoing the theme of his escapade captured in the viral video.
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Portable’s swift return to the studio and release of new music demonstrate his dedication to his craft and his ability to turn adversity into artistic inspiration.
As fans eagerly anticipate the full release of “Spiderman,” Portable continues to make waves in the music industry with his unique style and unwavering determination.
Newstrends reported that Portable regained his freedom after meeting the bail conditions set for his release.
His recent arrest is not the first of Portable’s encounters with the authorities.
Recall that in March 2023, the Ogun State Police Command arrested the famous singer for cursing and manhandling some men of the Nigeria Police Force in two video clips that went viral.
Newstrends also reported that Portable was invited by the police during the probe but refused to honour the invitation thereby propelling the police to issue a 72-hour ultimatum and after which, he got arrested.
Portable out with new song after leaving police custody
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