According to reports, Junior Pope, who posted a video of himself on a boat on Wednesday morning, passed away in a boat accident.
On Wednesday, the actor and three of his colleagues fell into the Anam River in Anambra State while returning from a filming location.
The President of Actors Guild President, Emeka Rollas also confirmed Pope’s death.
He said “It is true, Junior Pope died today in Asaba in a boat accident.
“We have deposited his corpse in a mortuary in Asaba.
“Four other people were involved but their bodies are yet to be recovered,”.
Similarly, filmmaker, Sam Olatunji announced his death on Wednesday.
“Junior Pope passes on. Sad day for Nollywood.