Nigeria, May 1 -- Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie has, for the first time in three weeks, spoken about the demise of Nollywood actor Jnr Pope.

Edochie, known for his fatherly gait and wisdom, has appealed, applauded and cautioned Nigerians regarding their public remarks and actions concerning the late Jnr Pope.

In a video on his official Instagram handle, the 77-year-old actor addressed the late actor fondly.

He said, "My son, Junior Pope, was a gift to the entire world. A splendid life was cut short the way we never expected. Yes, we shall all go someday, but certainly not in this manner".

Jnr Pope's death came as a shock to all as it initially kicked off as a joke but ended as an unacceptable reality that Nigerians, the world a...