The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has outlined stringent measures to ensure orderliness at the upcoming burial ceremony of the late actor Jnr Pope, who tragically passed away while filming ‘Other Side of Life’ on April 10.
Emeka Rollas, President of the AGN, shared the guild’s comprehensive plan for the funeral through an Instagram statement. He highlighted the appointment of 30 representatives from five states—Delta, Imo, Abia, Anambra, and Enugu—to oversee the coordination of burial activities. These representatives will be provided with designated transportation and official T-shirts for identification.
Rollas emphasized the solemnity of the occasion, stating, “It’s a devastating and sorrowful period for the Actors Guild of Nigeria.” Hence, the guild discourages unnecessary picture or video recording during the event, including by official photographers.
In addition, the AGN has implemented a strict policy requiring all press members and bloggers to obtain prior accreditation from Jnr Pope’s family to cover the event.
The funeral itinerary commenced with a requiem mass on April 23 at Saint John-Mary Vianney Parish in Asaba, Delta State. Another requiem mass is scheduled for May 13 at Christ the King Catholic Parish in G.R.A, Enugu, followed by tributes and a candlelight event at Amadeo Event Center in Enugu on May 14.
The wake is planned for May 16 at Uwala Abaka, Ukehe, in Nsukkaa, Igboetiti LGA of Enugu State, with the burial mass and interment at St. Peter’s Parish, Ukehe, on May 17. The final Thanksgiving mass will conclude the ceremonies on May 19 at the same venue.
Rollas expressed appreciation to various political and community leaders, including Peter Aniekwe Udogalanya, Maureen Gwacham, Peter Ilfeanyi Uzokwe, Chief Kenneth Ifekudu, and Lady Ada Anene, for their support during this challenging period.
