Nollywood actor Jerry Amilo has sparked controversy on social media after sharing a video depicting the lifeless body of his colleague, Junior Pope, following his untimely demise.
In the video, the late actor can be seen lying motionless in a hospital bed, surrounded by AGN president Emeka Rollas and others in mourning.
However, the decision to share such a sensitive and distressing video has drawn severe criticism from social media users, who condemned Amilo for disregarding the emotional impact on the deceased’s family, particularly his wife, children, and relatives.
One commenter, Chuks Egbu, expressed outrage, labeling the act as disrespectful and questioning how Junior Pope would feel if the situation were reversed. Others echoed similar sentiments, condemning the lack of consideration for the family’s privacy and the potential emotional distress caused by the video’s circulation.
The backlash intensified as netizens called for greater sensitivity and respect for the deceased and their loved ones, emphasizing the need to prioritize the grieving process and avoid sensationalizing tragic events.
The unfortunate passing of Junior Pope was confirmed as the actor had drowned while returning from a movie shoot with his colleagues on Anam River in Anambra State. Despite efforts to revive him, he succumbed to his fate, leaving behind a grieving community and family.
In the wake of his death, tensions have risen over the handling of his remains, with conflicting views within the community regarding burial customs and rituals. Some advocate for a traditional river burial, while others seek alternative arrangements, leading to a contentious dispute over his final resting place.
Adding to the somber atmosphere surrounding Junior Pope’s passing, netizens uncovered a prophetic video from a Ghanaian Prophet, who had forewarned of spiritual attacks against the late actor.
