The President of Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas has confirmed that actor, Junior Pope, who was reportedly to have passed on earlier, is still alive.
On his Instagram page, Rollas said the actor is alive and was receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital.
He wrote, “What God cannot do does not exist. Junior Pope is alive.
“He is taking treatment in the hospital.”
The boat mishap took place on the Anambra River in Anambra State while the actor and others were on their way to a movie shoot. Earlier, Jnr Pope had posted a video on Instagram showing himself on a boat crossing the river.
Unfortunately, the boat capsized, leading to the drowning of all four actors.
The incident has raised questions about safety measures, with some noting the absence of life jackets and calling for caution during boat trips.
Actress Ruth kadiri expresses her displeasure and shock as she laments on the risk they take as actors and actresses in the industry and all they go through in order to make a living and put food in their tables.
The father of 3 boys is said to have survived the boat accident and fans are encouraged to pray against death in Nollywood.
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