Movie producer, Adanma Luke, has broken her silence on the boat accident that occurred during her new movie shoot in Delta State, claiming the lives of popular Nollywood actor, John Paul Odonwodo, and four others

PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Mr Odonwodo, popularly known as Junior Pope, and four other actors drowned after their boat capsized in Anam River in Anambra State on Wednesday while returning from the location of the movie shoot.

The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) had earlier said 12 individuals were on the ill-fated boat.


NIWA added that of the 12, seven were successfully rescued, two found dead, including Mr Odonwodo while three others – two females and one male – were declared missing.


The police in Anambra State, Friday, said they had recovered bodies of the three missing Nollywood stars.

Real reason

Mrs Luke, in her first public comment on the incident in a video clip she posted online on Saturday, blamed the death of Junior Pope, on his refusal to use a life jacket during the boat travel.

“On that shooting day, I saw my director. I saw Emeka. They were outside. My director was wearing a life jacket. Emeka, the D.O.P. was on a life jacket. There was still one other jacket which I don’t know who took it,” she said in a video clip uploaded on her Instagram handle on Saturday.

Continuing, the filmmaker said, “My production manager said they saw one life jacket hanging there. So, they took it. He even told the late Friday to send one (live jacket) to Junior Pope but Junior Pope said it was dirty and so, he didn’t take it. These people with life jackets survived (the boat accident).

“And they also told me that when they were in the water trying to survive, the Junior Pope was there asking if everybody was Okay. And that they even threw a gallon to him to use and hold himself which he was holding. But all of a sudden,they didn’t see him again.”

She did not, however, confirm if four other crew members who died in the boat accident were not putting on life jackets during the incident.

AGN’s moves
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) had declared Thursday as ‘No Shoot Day’ for all Nollywood filmmakers, and suspended movie production involving riverine areas indefinitely, following the death of actor Junior Pope and others.

Making the declaration in a statment on Thursday, Emeka Rollas, National President of AGN, also announced the suspension of the production of the movie which led to the accident, ‘The other side of Life’, produced by Adamma Luke.

“Following the tragic incident of a boat mishap that claimed the life of Junior Pope and three other crew members at waterside of River Niger Cable point Asaba on 10th of April, all films that involve riverine areas and boat riding is hereby suspended indefinitely.

“No Shoot on all locations nationwide on Thursday, 11th April 2024 and the film titled ‘The other side of Life’ is suspended indefinitely,” the statement said.

It also barred actors from dealing with the movie producer for the time being.

“Also, no actor is allowed to work with Adamma Luke as a producer till further notice, while we keep searching for the bodies of the remaining persons,” he said.

The police in Anambra State, South-east Nigeria, have also begun an investigation to unravel any criminal liability in the cause of death of John Pope and others.

paramakina202:
Did he just say discrimination?
It is a death sentence in the north for any muslim who converts to christianity.
At least no fatwa upon his İslamic head.

mrvitalis:

You don't hand out money to people u provide credit through banks

mrvitalis:
Otti this is socialism this is not how we do it in the east .. Empower your citizens with low interest loans to set up and run this farms

Government has no business in running business please

We are igbos we are capitalist

Asswipemod:


Even the word "egunsi" is not Igbo. This inferiority complex has been shifted to food. Oga o.

In the hot pot of Nigeria’s culinary sensations, one flavour-packed dish has risen above the rest to claim its rightful place as the nation’s favourite Igbo soup. Amidst a vibrant array of traditional flavours and aromatic spices, Egusi soup . Egusi soup emerges victorious, capturing the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts across all tribes in Nigeria.

In a recent survey conducted by BusinessDay, food lovers from diverse ethnic backgrounds united in their admiration for Egusi soup, bestowing upon it an overwhelming six out of ten votes. This result is a testament of its rich flavours, hearty texture, and cultural significance.

Egusi soup, a culinary masterpiece that traces its roots to the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria, has long been celebrated for its exquisite blend of ingredients and meticulous preparation. At its core lies the star of the dish, Egusi, a ground melon seed paste that forms the foundation of the soup’s velvety consistency and nutty flavour profile. Complemented by an array of indigenous spices, fresh vegetables, and an array of succulent chunks of meat, stock fish and pomo, Egusi soup embodies the essence of traditional Igbo cuisine.

“Anytime I want to eat swallow, Egusi soup is my go to order. I don’t play with it. Especially when it is garnished properly,” Samuel Prince told BusinessDay

Following closely behind Egusi soup in the survey results is Ofe Oha, a tantalising dish that secured four votes. Known for its thick consistency and delicious representation of flavours, Ofe Oha is a complex soup in the sense that when prepared right, it captures hearts; but if prepared otherwise, the result would ruin palates.

From the southeastern region of Nigeria, this traditional delicacy has earned a dedicated following among food enthusiasts who appreciate its rich depths of flavour. It is best enjoyed with akpu/fufu.

Rounding out the top three is Ofe Nsala, also known as White Soup, which garnered two out of ten votes. Despite its bare coloured appearance, this deceptively simple dish packs a punch with its subtle blend of spices and tender pieces of meat or fish.

Originating from the Igbo-speaking regions of Nigeria, Ofe Nsala has earned a reputation for its flavour profile without the touch of palm oil.

“What makes Ofe Nsala so special is in its simplicity; it is just too good,” said Juliet, who gave her vote for the survey.

In the quest of this survey, one thing stands out; these soups are recognised by their special rights of identity and taste. Whether savouring the robust flavours of Egusi soup, delighting in the aromatic spices of Ofe Oha, or revelling in the signature exception of Ofe Nsala, Nigerians from all walks of life find common ground in their shared appreciation of food.

SadiqBabaSani:
Wahala,

IPOB will definitely antagonise second term ambition of Soludo

INTEGRITYA1:
Soludo and Makinde are not the same tribe
They are not from the same political party at the moment
They are not from the same geo political zone.

Yet Soludo is joining Makinde to flag off a project for the betterment of all and sundry.

That's how politics should be.

Politics without bitterness.

But to my people, alas.

helinues:
Yet they are getting Islamic loans with no interest.

Anyways, the agreement that Abia state governor signed for obtaining the Islamic loan was 5 central mosques would be erected across Abia state before Dec 2025

Thormentor:


SE was first Catholic before CMS people came

Ajayi didn't spend a month in SE

rubbish lies you people tell yourselves!

gidgiddy:


Ajayi Crowther came and stayed less than a week in Onitsha, the missionaries, like Bishop Shanahan, came and stayed years

kingar:

What is this one saying. When has review become defamation. Don’t you buy things online? How else was she supposed to give a honest review of a sugary tomato

Kusu12:


I have lost count of other tribes including Igbo who are permanent secretaries and working in civil service in Yoruba land. You can take your economic stake to your barren region! As if you are forced to leave in Yoruba land.

bejick:


That have been working in Anambra since his youth service days. I tired of this Nigeria. Separate No, stay together No.

Pristine664:
Finally one Yoruba permanent secretary...


And there is a reason why this is a news. 😂

thesicilian:

Mr. Comprehension, how did you glean my region from the comment?

Tragedy struck in the early hour of Friday in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital when gunmen reportedly killed five police officers.

According to sources in the area, the unfortunate incident occurred around 5 am at Ebyia Bridge, along Hilltop/Nwoke road.

The Ebonyi State Police Command has yet to make an official statement regarding the incident.

thesicilian:

There's nothing sensational about it
The content supports the topic
Eastern men are dying in droves from unknown gunmen and the women are sex starved.

It also noted that thousands of young people had been killed in Igboland since 1999, when restiveness became pronounced in the region, just as many had fled the rural areas

Anambra1stSonTV:

Gov Soludo is dualizing, Iweka road, Ekwulobia, Okpoko road, Unizik temspite to Isuaniaicha, Arroma to Ifite, two flyovers etc

mrvitalis:

Like how u ignored the great depression, world War and china question