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  • BREAKING: Junior Pope is alive – AGN President, Emeka Rollas

    BREAKING: Junior Pope is alive – AGN President, Emeka Rollas

    President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas has said Nollywood actor, Pope Odonwodo, popularly known as ‘Junior Pope’, is not dead but alive.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Rollas made this known on Wednesday via his official Instagram account following reports that Junior Pope died after a boat he was in capsized in Anambra State.

    According to the AGN President, Pope is receiving treat at an undisclosed hospital.

    “What God cannot do does not exist. Junior Pope is alive. He is taking treatment in the hospital,” Rollas wrote.

    The Police Public Relations Officer in the State, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, when contacted for confirmation, had said information about the death of Junior Pope was not available to him.

    “I do not have that information, but I am aware there is a boat that capsized between the boundary of Anambra and Asaba.

    “It is confirmed that rescue operation is still ongoing; I don’t have the full details with me yet, as soon as I have further details I will let you know”, SP Ikenga said.

    A filmmaker, known as Samuel Olatunji first raise concerns about the death of Junior Pope via his official Instagram profile. According to Olatunji, Junior Pope was on his way to a movie location.

    The Nollywood star had earlier shared a video of himself on a boat on his way to the movie location via his official Instagram account.

    Junior Pope, in 2006, joined the Nollywood industry and started attending movie auditions as well as acting minor characters in movies.

    He usually played the role 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”, “Wrong Initiation” among others.

    In 2010, he won the award for Nollywood Most Promising Actor in Nigeria at the Entertainment Factory Awards.

    He is known for acting 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, 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.

  • What you might not know about Junior Pope

    What you might not know about Junior Pope

    Nollywood actor, Junior Pope Odonwodo, popularly known as ‘Jnr Pope’, on Wednesday lost his life in a boat mishap in Anambra State.

    Samuel Olatunji, a filmmaker, who took to his Instagram page to disclose the sad development, said that the deceased with three others were involved in the accident on Anam River while going to a movie location.

    Olatunji wrote “Junior Pope passes on. Sad day for Nollywood. Four actors including Jnr Pope fell into Anam River on their way to location and their bodies have been recovered.

    “What a sad day for Nollywood. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Multiple sources confirmed this sad development to us.”

    Junior Pope, in 2006,  joined the Nollywood  industry and started attending movie auditions as well as acting minor characters in movies.

    He usually played the role 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”, “Wrong Initiation” among others.

    In 2010, he won the award for Nollywood Most Promising Actor in Nigeria at the Entertainment Factory Awards.

    He is known for acting 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, 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.

  • BREAKING: Popular Nollywood actor, Junior Pope is dead

    BREAKING: Popular Nollywood actor, Junior Pope is dead

    Popular Nollywood actor, Pope Odonwodo, also known as Junior Pope, is reported to be dead.

    Junior Pope reportedly died while attempting to cross the River Niger to shoot a new movie.

    His passing was announced on Wednesday by filmmaker, Sam Olatunji, who noted that the actor died with three others after their boat capsized.

    “Junior Pope passes on. Sad day for Nollywood. Four actors including Jnr Pope fell into Anam River on their way to location and their bodies have been recovered.

    “What a sad day for Nollywood. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Multiple sources confirm this sad development to us.

    “May God console this family. More than 10 people have called me to cry and said how good of a human being Jnr Pope is,” Olatunji disclosed via Instagram.

    The Nollywood star had earlier shared a video of himself on a boat on his way to the movie location.

    He was confirmed dead at Marine Cable Point in Asaba, Delta State capital.

    Born 7th of May 1984, Pope died at the age of 39. He was married to Jennifer Awele until his death.

  • Segun Arinze reveals how he got  got his stage name

    Segun Arinze reveals how he got  got his stage name

    Veteran Nollywood actor, Segun Arinze, has revealed how he got his popular stage name.

    The seasoned actor, whose original name is Segun Aina, revealed that he chose the stage name ‘Segun Arinze’ in 1991, when he was starting out as a musician.

    During in a recent interview with colleague, Biola Bayo on the ‘Talk to B’ podcast, he said the mistake of a host, who mixed up his name, at an event in the National Theatre gave birth to what renowned stage name.

    In his words:

    “I was also singing. In 1991, I was told someone wanted to sign me. ‘We are going to sign you on’. He came from Sony Music. So he called me and I signed the contract. He signed. And then he said ‘Okay we are going to start recording.

    “Went to Ife to do Dramatic Arts. My dad did not like the idea because he wanted me to be a lawyer. At a point in time, I thought he was not going to pay my school fees to go and read drama.

    “Then the National Theatre was running an open theatre then… ‘welcome new artiste Segun Arinze’. I said ‘excuse me sir what is this? I said why are you changing my name? The album came out – ‘Dreams’. Everywhere was ‘Segun Arinze, Segun Arinze. That was how the name got changed from Segun Aina to Segun Arinze in a nutshell”.

  • What my wife does when female fans flirt with me – Actor, Deyemi Okanlawon

    What my wife does when female fans flirt with me – Actor, Deyemi Okanlawon

    Nollywood actor Deyemi Okanlawon has commended his wife for not questioning him when female fans flirt with him.

    Speaking in a recent episode on the Deep Dive podcast hosted by comedian, Teju Babyface, Okanlawon said, “If look away was a person, that is my baby girl [my wife]. I remember one time I went out with friends and some lady tried to kiss me. Not once has my wife ever questioned me about female fans flirting with me.

    “My wife has not being following me on social media for years. She has never followed me on social media.”

    He said he never wanted to be an actor, stressing that he struggles to handle fame.

    “I don’t understand fame. I have never dreamt of being an actor. If certain things had happened the way I wanted it to happen, I would never have left the cooperate world,” he said.

    “In 2019, I quit acting. Fame is nothing, impact is everything.”

  • Stop questioning death of Nollywood stars – Edochie tells Nigerians

    Stop questioning death of Nollywood stars – Edochie tells Nigerians

    Nollywood veteran actress, Rita Edochie, has called on Nigerians to stop questioning the death of Nollywood movie stars, saying death is only a displeasing call of nature that comes knocking and cannot be avoided.

    The renowned actress, who took to her Instagram page @ritaedochie to frown at question like “what is happening in Nollywood?”, said death is inevitable, “it knocks at everyone’s door not just actors alone.”

    According to her, “celebrities are humans as well, the same way other people in different walks of life die, that is the  same way celebrities die too.”

    She added that people easily react to news of the death of celebrities, either positively or negatively, due to their popularity, following the impacts they had made in the entertainment industry.

    “If teachers, doctors, lawyers, businessmen and women, even pastors can die, then what is so different about the death of filmmakers?

    “People, especially in Nigeria, often come up with questions like; what is happening in Nollywood? Why are actors dying? something has gone ‘bla bla  bla: what has gone wrong?

    “Are actors not humans too? Please questions like this are annoying and ought to stop because death is only a displeasing call of nature,” she wrote.

    Meanwhile, the actress, mourning Muonagor, who died on Sunday, March 24 after a prolonged illness, at the age of 62, said the veteran Actor tried his best to live, but when it was time for him to go nothing could stop it.

    “It was too bad he couldn’t recover from this illness. Amaechi, ‘your departure has left an irreplaceable void in the midst of my family and I’.

    “You were more than a brother and colleague; you were a beacon of light, illuminating our days with your infectious laughter and unwavering kindness.

    “Your absence is felt deeply, as we remember the countless moments shared and the lessons learned from your wisdom.

    “Your dedication to your work and your unwavering spirit in the face of adversity were an inspiration to us all.

    “While we mourn your loss, we also celebrate the beautiful life you lived and the indelible mark you left on our hearts.

    “Rest peacefully dear brother and friend, knowing that your legacy will continue to inspire and uplift us in the days ahead.

    “Rest in power my dear brother, friend and colleague, Chief Amaechi Muonagor. May God Almighty grant the family you left behind the fortitude to bear the loss, Amen,” she wrote.

    Recall that the actress had solicited financial support for the late actor a fews days ago.

  • BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor is dead

    BREAKING: Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor is dead

    Veteran Nollywood actor, Amaechi Muonagor, has died after a prolonged illness, at the age of 62.

    This was disclosed by a social commentator, Morris Monye, via his X handle, on Sunday.

    Muonagor was said to have suffered kidney failure and was on dialysis.

    The sudden news of his demise comes just a few days after a viral video where he solicited  funds to help him have a Kidney transplant.

    Monye wrote, “Deeply heartbroken by the news of Amaechi Muonagor’s passing.

    “He was a talented Nollywood actor whose presence on our screens was truly masterful.

    “We watched with concern as he battled health issues, offering whatever support we could to help him seek treatment in India.

    “This tragic loss highlights the need for better healthcare in our country.”

    Muonagor, a native of Idemili, in Anambra, was born Aug. 20, 1962.

    He was an actor and producer. In 2016, he was nominated for AMVCA 2017 Best Actor in a comedy.

    In 1989, after his youth service, Muonagor started working for the News Agency of Nigeria. He left his job a few years later for an acting role in his first movie as Akunatakasi in Taboo 1, a Nigerian movie.

  • I’m considering Marriage, says Timini Egbuson

    I’m considering Marriage, says Timini Egbuson

    Nollywood actor, Timini Egbuson publicly admitted of being in a relationship as he reveals that he’s considering starting a family.

    He stated that it is about time to disclose that he is in a relationship and one of his goals of the year is to be more available for his partner.

    According to him, one of the qualities that defines a very good boyfriend is availability because no amount of compensation with material things can cover up for being unavailable.

    He said:

    “Since I’m very busy, it’s sort of very unrealistic for me to focus on quality time and I feel like that is something I am working on. Like I said, this year, I want to be a little bit more available so that I can now spend quality time with my partner. Oh my God! I said it. I think I’m in love.

    “It’s about time. I am not a kid anymore. 40 is knocking on the door. In order to be a better boyfriend, then you have to be available. No matter how you try to explain and compensate with material things, there is really nothing like that presence you know.”

  • Filmmaker, Andy Best is dead

    Filmmaker, Andy Best is dead

    Popular Movie producer, Andy Ikechukwu has given up the ghost.

    Andy popularly known as Andy Best, reportedly died after a battle with a prolonged ailment on Tuesday.

    The convener of Best of Nollywood, BON, Awards, Mr Seun Oloketuyi confirmed his death.

    “He died in an Owerri hospital today,” he wrote on Instagram.

    Andy Best produced some blockbuster Nollywood movies like Lion of Africa, White Poison, My Father’s Cup, and many more.

    In recent times Nollywood has been hit with the death of renowned actors in the English and Yoruba sector.

    Andy Best is survived by wife and children.

  • Entertainment industry is so Dark, says Uche Ogbodo

    Entertainment industry is so Dark, says Uche Ogbodo

    Uche Ogbodo, a prominent Nollywood actress and producer, has made a startling revelation about the entertainment in Nigeria.

    The actress in a post on her Instagram story, stated that the people in the industry so vile, envious, and evil.

    She advised her colleagues to be happy for others so that good things can come their way, adding that they should endeavour to wish people well when they achieve good things and pray for their own grace.

    The mother of three noted how many want what others have, but yet don’t want to be good enough to get it.

    In her word

    “Tufiakwa! This entertainment industry is so Dark cos people in it are so hile, envious, and evil. Happy for somebody so that good things can come to you too nah! Congratulate the person and then pray for your own grace. Mtchewwwwww! What do I know? Shey I dey my own lane. Plenty Questions never fill up a basket! Wishing you have what others have but you don’t want to be good enough to get it”.