Body of one of the most talented actors in Nigeria, late Justus Esiri who died on February 19, will be laid to rest in the third week of April in his home town, Abraka in Delta State.
According, to the spokesman of the Esiri,Mr. George Esiri, an international photo journalist, the family after the round of consultation, has despatched a delegation to Abraka to conclude arrangement for date and time of the interment.
“As soon as that is done, the family will release details of the programme for everyone to see,” he said, appealing to Media to be patient with the family.
*Late Esiri
Mr. Esiri, father of popstar, Dr. Sydney Esiri, also known as Dr. Sid, regarded as one of the legendary players in Africa’s Film industry, rose to prominence following his role in the popular TV series, Village Headmaster. He was born in November 1942 in Oria, Abraka in Delta State.
According, to a brief biography posted inIMDB website, “Mr. Esiri attended UrhoboCollege, Warri and later travelled to Germany to study engineering where he developed interest for theatre. Thus he began his acting career on stage in Germany.
“He was the only Nigerian male performing on stage in the years 1968/69. He also worked for Voice of Nigeria, VON, German Service as a translator. He was performing on stage in Germany when a delegation from Nigeria invited him to perform in a government-sponsored programme, when he went to Nigeria, his homeland, he never went back to Europe.
“His fame was launched widely for his role in the ever popular African TV series,the Village Headmaster where he played the role of the headmaster,” it stated, butaccounts record that he also attended Catholic Secondary School in Warri before proceeding to Maimillan University in Munich, Germany in 1964.
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/02/esiri-for-burial-in-april/

May his soul rest in peace
He will be missed.

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Pvin: Body of one of the most talented actors in Nigeria, late Justus Esiri who died on February 19, will be laid to rest in the third week of April in his home town, Abraka in Delta State.
According, to the spokesman of the Esiri,Mr. George Esiri, an international photo journalist, the family after the round of consultation, has despatched a delegation to Abraka to conclude arrangement for date and time of the interment.
“As soon as that is done, the family will release details of the programme for everyone to see,” he said, appealing to Media to be patient with the family.
*Late Esiri
Mr. Esiri, father of popstar, Dr. Sydney Esiri, also known as Dr. Sid, regarded as one of the legendary players in Africa’s Film industry, rose to prominence following his role in the popular TV series, Village Headmaster. He was born in November 1942 in Oria, Abraka in Delta State.
According, to a brief biography posted inIMDB website, “Mr. Esiri attended UrhoboCollege, Warri and later travelled to Germany to study engineering where he developed interest for theatre. Thus he began his acting career on stage in Germany.
“He was the only Nigerian male performing on stage in the years 1968/69. He also worked for Voice of Nigeria, VON, German Service as a translator. He was performing on stage in Germany when a delegation from Nigeria invited him to perform in a government-sponsored programme, when he went to Nigeria, his homeland, he never went back to Europe.
“His fame was launched widely for his role in the ever popular African TV series,the Village Headmaster where he played the role of the headmaster,” it stated, butaccounts record that he also attended Catholic Secondary School in Warri before proceeding to Maimillan University in Munich, Germany in 1964.
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/02/esiri-for-burial-in-april/

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why is it that igbos don't rush burial like other tribes in Nigeria?
R I P.

RIP

So this is true? May his soul rest in peace

Late Justus Esiri is a legend. I will surely miss his richman/politician roles.
RIP

must you guys copy the whole news just to say a 3 lettered word? simply make your comments and move on

RIP tinz...*sobs*

Jide fido: must you guys copy the whole news just to say a 3 lettered word? simply make your comments and move on

ask them o, they must be under 20 to behave like that

Wow so is frm abraka. R.I.p.

@oluwadare26: quoted the entire post once.
@freshdreg2: quoted the entire post thrice.

What is it with you people? Quoting an entire post just to drop one syllable word! Smh.

Dr. SID and family release official statement on Justus Esiri’s Death

We are heart broken as we announce the passing of Chief Justus Esiri OON popularly known as the “Village Headmaster”, following a complication from Diabetes.

Chief Justus Esiri OON, was a loving husband, father, grand father, brother, uncle and friend. An Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON), The OtunAmuludun of the Source in Ile-IfeOsun State,and Veteran Nollywood Actor.

He died in the late hours of the 19th of February 2013. Chief Esiri, born on the 6th November 1942 hailed from OriaAbraka, Delta State. He was a strong believer in family values, and a great supporter of Nollywood.

While we mourn the loss of a great man we also celebrate his remarkable life and hope that it serves as an example to the youth to work hard to achieve their dreams, and play their own part in building a greater nation.

For those who may ask what they can do to honour Chief Justus Esiri, we simply request that you honour his example of service, accomplishment and modesty and the next time you turn on your Television and see his face we ask that you keep his memory alive.

He survived by wife, MrsOmiete Esiri, Children, MrsOphliaEdewor, MrsEjiroEfijemueh, Mr Justus Esiri Jnr, Dr Sidney Esiri (Dr Sid), Mr Andrew Esiri, Miss Tobor Esiri and Grand Children.
Dr. Sidney Esiri and George Esiri
For the Esiri Family.
To Contact the Family:
TheEsiriFamily@gmail.com
08164418841
08033238490

http://dailypost.com.ng/2013/02/25/dr-sid-and-family-release-official-statement-on-justus-esiris-death/

Scarpon: why is it that igbos don't rush burial like other tribes in Nigeria?
R I P.

mumu, esiri is not igbo. he's urhobo

RIP. This man was an acting legend.
Imagine his burial thread not even up to two pages yet. Nigerians!!!!!! Na wa ooo.

Rip

Scarpon: why is it that igbos don't rush burial like other tribes in Nigeria?
R I P.

I just came across the most stupid Nigerian. A Nigerian who could not differentiate between an Igbo and an Urhobo man. SMH for u.
RIP sir

First, Sam Loco, then Enebeli Elebuwa now, Justus Esiri. Now I am scared for the rest of our elderly actors. would not want to lose people like Pete Edochie, Nkem Owoh and Olu Jacobs. God abeg o

Real Cause of Justus Esiri's Death Finally Revealed

www.splendormag.com/2013/02/real-cause-of-justus-esiris-death.html?m=1

One of my favourite Actors, RIP Justice Esiri.