- An old video of Ghanaian actor John Dumelo being scared to ride a boat on a movie set has surfaced online amid news of Nigerian actor Junior Papa’s death.
- Mr. Dumelo was on board with Don Little, Lil Win, Adjetey Anang and two others. However, they proceeded to film the scene without him after he expressed safety concerns
- Many people applauded Mr Dumelo for standing firm in his decision
An old video of Ghanaian actor John Dumelo getting off a boat during a movie shoot for safety reasons has resurfaced amid news of the death of Nigerian actor Junior Pope who sadly died because of it.
Source: Instagram
Old video of John Dumelo getting off a boat in a movie that moves over security concerns
In the video, just as the boat was about to be pushed into the lake, John Dumelo shouted, got up and got off the wooden boat.
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He expressed his displeasure at the lack of security for the actors who were supposed to be filming a scene on the lake while on the boat.
Actors with him on board were Don Little, Lil Win, Adjetey Anang and two others. They all carried fake weapons and were dressed in black to signify that they were going to war.
All the actors were comfortable on the boat and tried to convince Mr. Dumelo that it was safe. Towards the end of the video, Mr Dumelo said he would not be part of this scene.
The directors and other people on the set proceeded to shoot the scene as the boat was pushed into the lake.
Below is an old video of John Dumelo refusing to drive a boat for safety reasons.
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Reactions to old video of John Dumelo refusing to ride a boat for safety reasons
Many people applauded John Dumelo because he stood by his decision not to go on the boat adventure for safety reasons.
Others also highlighted the lack of protective equipment such as life jackets and other safety measures that should have been in place during the filming.
Below are the views of Ghanaians:
Rjhelit said:
This video makes a lot of sense now let’s listen to our instincts more
kisskim88 said:
Time life is more precious than anything else if he has life he will be available to make more movies well done John your dad’s instinct is clear
mcleargh said:
The moment you feel unwell, just stop. Better to be called a coward than to be mourned.
addyafrik said:
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Thank God this video makes a lot of sense now.
akyewotv said:
Sometimes the heart speaks louder than your brain
abena_nyabioye said:
I’m rolling on the floor right now I’m John in this scene cause me and the water ain’t gettin’ no work oooo
elevating_king_ said:
No life preserver una Dey play too much
Junior Pope: The makeup artist’s grave on a riverbank trends
YEN.com.gh reported that the young make-up artist involved in the boating accident that claimed the life of famous Nollywood actor Junior Pope has been buried.
Reports confirmed that the upcoming actor was buried on the banks of Anam River in Anambra State as the video went viral.
Also, the body of the last missing crew member was found as Nigerians expressed their interesting views on the latest development.
Source: YEN.com.gh