- Video shows the moment Zubby Michael arrived at Junior Pope’s burial ceremony amid tight security.
- The actor donned a red polo and was also spotted exchanging pleasantries with fans who hailed him.
- His presence spurred reactions across social media.
Nollywood actor, Zubby Michael also stormed the burial of his late colleague, Junior Pope.
Junior Pope who tragically drowned in Anam River, Anambra State, with 4 other crew members was buried today in his hometown of Ukehe, Enugu State.
In a video shared online, Zubby Michael, who was rumoured to have had a falling out with Junior Pope before his death, stormed the funeral with heavy security which apparently sparked a buzz online.
Watch the video below:
Reacting to Zubby Michael’s fierce security and antics upon arrival at the venue, One @darlwright wrote: “Do you really need that hailing if you actually came to mourn him?”
@the_monumental_guy wrote: “And u wore red to a funeral? Ozuor.”
@ellafrancis16 wrote: “Oga, u are not suppose to shine teeth 🦷.”
vivian_pwety wrote: “Is zuby jubilating or what ?😒.”
Alongside Zubby Michael, notable figures such as E-Money, KCee, Destiny Etiko, Queen Wokoma, Ruby Ojiakor, Rita Edochie, and Chinwe Owoh were also present to pay their last respects.
In related news, Nollywood veterans, Rita Edochie and Chinwo Owoh have made heartfelt appeals to Nigerians regarding Junior Pope’s wife following his death.
In a video from his funeral, they urged Nigerians to allow the actor’s wife to mourn in peace, noting that misunderstandings happen in every family.
Rita Edochie questioned the source of rumours about marital issues between Junior Pope and his wife.
She emphasized that she should be allowed to grieve quietly, criticizing those spreading false rumours online. Rita prayed for God to accept Junior Pope’s soul, highlighting his good nature and lack of discrimination.
She also prayed for protection for the deceased actor’s family from above and addressed rumours of his alleged murder.
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