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Jnr Pope: Arrest his producer, boat driver now, popular Nollywood producer tells police
A movie producer, Stanley Ontop, has called for the immediate arrest of his colleague, Adamma Luke, over the death of Nollywood actor John Paul Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope.
Recall Junior Pope who drowned while attempting to cross the River Niger during the making of a movie titled “The Other Side Of Life” being produced by Adamma Luke, had finally been confirmed dead.
The National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas, confirmed Jr Pope’s death in an Instagram post in the early hours of Thursday.
Naijablitznews had reported that the 39-year-old actor and some others drowned in the Delta State axis of River Niger while coming back from a movie location in a boat.
Reacting to the tragic death of the actor, Stanley, who said he witnessed the incident and was involved in taking Junior Pope to the hospital in Asaba, the Delta State capital, called for the arrest of the producer and the boat driver, who is said to be alive.
Taking to his Instagram page on Thursday to demand the arrest of Adamma Luke and the boat driver, Stanley lambasted Nollywood producers, saying they are the worst producers in the entertainment industry, especially the Asabawood.
He said they are fond of not spending enough funds on movie cast and crew, adding that if an actor complained too much on set, they would be blacklisted immediately.
He wrote, “Arrest the producer. Arrest the boat driver. Nollywood producers are the worst part of producers in the entertainment. They like managing funds on cast and crew.
“If you complain too much on set, you will be blacklisted immediately. Nollywood; no love for one another, especially Asabawood.”
Ibom Focus earlier reported that the AGN National President, Rollas announced the indefinite suspension of the movie being filmed when the tragic incident occurred and banned actors from working with Adamma Luke as a producer till further notice.
Reacting to the tragic death of the actor, Stanley, who said he witnessed the incident and was involved in taking Junior Pope to the hospital in Asaba, the Delta State capital, called for the arrest of the producer and the boat driver, who is said to be alive.
Taking to his Instagram page on Thursday to demand the arrest of Adamma Luke and the boat driver, Stanley lambasted Nollywood producers, saying they are the worst producers in the entertainment industry, especially the Asabawood.
He said they are fond of not spending enough funds on movie cast and crew, adding that if an actor complained too much on set, they would be blacklisted immediately.
He wrote, “Arrest the producer. Arrest the boat driver. Nollywood producers are the worst part of producers in the entertainment. They like managing funds on cast and crew.
“If you complain too much on set, you will be blacklisted immediately. Nollywood; no love for one another, especially Asabawood.”
The AGN National President, Rollas announced the indefinite suspension of the movie being filmed when the tragic incident occurred and banned actors from working with Adamma Luke as a producer till further notice.
Rollas, who made this known in a statement issued on Thursday, also announced the indefinite suspension of any film involving riverine areas and boat riding.
Rollas said, “Following the tragic incident of boat mishap that claimed the life of Mr John Paul Odonwodo aka Junior Pope and four other crew members at waterside of River Niger Cable point Asaba on 10th of April 2024 on a movie set titled “The other side of Life” produced by Adamma Luke.
“The Leadership of the Guild has taken the following decisions: All Films that involve riverine areas and boat riding are hereby suspended indefinitely. No Shoot on all locations Nationwide on Thursday 11th April 2024.
“The film titled “Another side of Life” is suspended indefinitely. No actor is allowed to work with Adamma Luke as a producer till further notice. While we keep searching for the bodies of the remaining persons, may their souls rest in peace.”
Famous Nigerian singer, Burna Boy has broken his silence over the release of Speed Darlington from police detention.
On November 27, Darlington was rearrested barely two months after his first arrest by Burna Boy.
DAILY POST reports that Darlington had taunted Burna Boy over his affiliation with the embattled American rapper, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs who is currently facing multiple sexual exploitation and human trafficking charges.
Seemingly reacting to the release on his Instagram story on Tuesday, Burna Boy noted that his critics are lucky that he has a lot to lose, else many of them “would not be here no more”.
“When they talk nobody cares, but it’s a Nuclear disaster when I react.
“You all don’t know how lucky you are that I have too much to lose now, Walahi a lot of you wouldn’t be here no more. Anyway make I just go buy another thing relax.”
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen on Monday joined Nigeria’s elite at billionaire Tony Elumelu glamorous all-white party in Lagos, embracing the holiday festivities during a visit to his home country.
The Galatasaray forward, who has been in prolific form, was seen mingling with top celebrities at the event hosted by Tony Elumelu, Chairman of the UBA Group, with an estimated net worth of $700 million according to Forbes.
The star-studded affair featured electrifying performances by some of Nigeria’s biggest music icons, including Wizkid, Davido, Burna Boy, and Flavour.
Prominent political figures also graced the occasion, with Lagos State Governor Jide Sanwo-Olu and Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun among the notable attendees.
Popular actress, model, and activist, Queen Esther Daniels, has been crowned the Best Idoma Nollywood Actress of All Time.
The talented thespian received this accolade ahead of industry legends such as Ene Comfort Ikwumono, Jane Odoh, and others at the Idoma Nollywood Film Festival, which took place during the Idoma International Carnival in Otukpo, Benue State, on Monday, December 23, 2024.
Queen Esther made her acting debut at the age of 15 and has since starred in numerous Nollywood and Idoma movies.
In 2022, she made her production debut with the indigenous blockbuster “Akpa K’Oche” (The Throne).
She has utilized her talent as a vehicle for advocacy, working against social vices while promoting culture, peace, and unity.
In recognition of her hard work and dedication, she was overwhelmingly voted as the Best Idoma Actress of All Time.
Reacting to the victory via his Facebook page, Hon. Prince Yemi Itodo, the Executive Producer of Akpa K’Oche, stated that Queen Esther’s recognition as the eternal Best Idoma Nollywood Actress was well-deserved.
He expressed his gratitude to the organizers of the Idoma International Carnival for recognizing Idoma talents and promoting tourism.
He wrote, “Tonight, history is made! Idoma people of Nigeria gathered at their traditional headquarters in the ancient town of Otukpo, Benue State, to celebrate this Thespian and screen goddess of unqualifiable measures…
“Queen Esther Daniels was nominated and won the Idoma Nollywood Actress of All Time, not Actress of the year, not Actress in the past, not Actress in 2025, not upcoming Actress, but Actress of All Time… This means alot to the industry and the family.
“Queen Esther Ene Daniels started gracing our screen right from the age of 15; and back-to-back, she has sustained the steam, the steez and the dexterity, interpreting her professional roles, both in Idoma and Nigerian Nollywood. She is also one of the rare Female Movie Producers in Idoma land, with her blockbuster AKPA K’OCHE (The Throne), short titled in English in 2022 and premiered at Double K Resort, Otukpo.
“This award is well deserving and it’s welcoming.
“We want to appreciate the organisers of Idoma International Carnival , the Global President, who doubles as President of Idoma Association in America, Prince EDWIN OCHAI; Global Vice President and Autotchonous incumbent of the MIC industry and Radio Benue Zcar, Henry Ipole; and all other crew, including the Federal Ministry of Information and Tourism, for this show of love.
“Finally, this award is dedicated to Almighty God, the Idoma nation, the cast and crew of AKPA K’OCHE (The Throne), especially, the Director, Ochola St Godwins; Editor, Jeff Onjefu, Lead Actor and Producer of OSOFIA IN BRAZIL, Pastor Abel Success, DoP, Richy Billions; Mr. Isaac Ochedikwu, Mummy Eze; Anebi Onobe; Ochagwu; for making Queen Esther a successful Producer.
“Idoma Nation shall be great again!!”
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