Nigerian billionaire, Emeka Okonkwo, famously known as E-money, has taken on the responsibility of raising the children of the late Nollywood actor, John Paul Odowondo, popularly known as Junior Pope.
In a heartwarming post shared on his Instagram page, E-money expressed his commitment to fulfilling the promises made by the departed actor.
Junior Pope, along with four members of a Nollywood crew, tragically lost their lives last Wednesday in a river in Anambra State while returning from a movie production.
In his final video shared on Instagram, Junior Pope lamented the absence of life jackets and the risks they faced to entertain their fans.
Moved by Junior Pope’s words, E-money pledged to care for his children, welcoming them into the Okonkwo family with open arms.
He wrote, “It has been one week since you departed from this world, leaving behind a profound sense of loss that reverberates not only among us but also across Africa and beyond. Your presence, as both a friend and a brother, is deeply missed, JP. The weight of your absence bears heavily upon our hearts, yet we draw comfort from the belief that God will grant us the resilience to carry forward and uphold the legacy you’ve entrusted to us.
“We tenderly remember your final words on the boat, ‘NA ONLY ME DEM BORN I GET 3 CHILDREN NA ME GO RAISE THEM,’ and we solemnly commit to honoring that vow. Your children now find solace in the embrace of the Okonkwo family, and we, as members of that family, pledge to nurture them as you would have wished. Your absence leaves a palpable void, JP, and your memory will forever be held dear.
“Rest peacefully, knowing that you are deeply cherished, and may God’s blessings encompass your soul, your family, and all who hold you in their hearts.”
