The late multi-award-winning actor Junior Pope received a posthumous award at a high-profile occasion in Enugu State.

Recall that the actor and several of his coworkers sadly died in a boat accident while returning from a filming session.

Renowned producer Nani Boi announced Junior Pope's posthumous prize on Instagram.

According to Nani Boi, the late actor's legacy would always be treasured. The Enugu State Government, acting through its Ministry of Culture and Tourism, presented the award to the late actor.

The post reads, “Posthumous award to the late great Junior Pope? Da Swagnation. Forever Green In Our Hearts. Thanks to the Enugu State Government via the ministry of culture and tourism. @madueke.ugoochi Junior Pope lives on .. Cc @ rechaelokonkwo”.

See reactions here

ambassador_godswill_miracle: "My mentor of all time,odogwu, a warrior,a man with the purest of hearts 🤍,nnam larude, forever etched in our hearts, swag nation lives forever"

kingswillofficial: "Keep resting in peace J. Pope"

rechaelokonkwo: "Forever in our hearts"

jaykidthriftstore: "May his soul continue to Rest in peace amen"

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