Jennifer Odonwodo, the widow of late Nollywood actor Junior Pope, has shared an emotional message as their son, Jason, graduated from primary school. In a touching Instagram post on Monday, she posted a heartfelt video from the graduation ceremony and poured out her gratitude to God while honouring her late husband’s memory.
In her moving note, Jennifer wrote:
“Dear God,
Thank You For Your Son Jason.
Dear God, Thank You For Being The Husband Of The Widow And The FATHER Of The Fatherless…
Dear God, Thank You For Always Being There And Coming Through Even When We’re Losing Hope And Do Not Know The Right Words To Say…
Dear God, Thank You For Proving To Us That MMADUABUROCHUKWU…
I Could Go On And On…”
She then addressed her late husband directly:
“To Our Father In Heaven, I Know You’re So Proud Of Us…
It Was A Bittersweet Experience On This Day Because It Was A Day You Actually Looked Up To…
But We Carry Your Love Daily In Our Hearts, And Your Teachings And Memories Would Forever Linger…
Keep Resting In God’s Bosom Jnr Pope Odonwodo…
Keep Watching Over Us… We Love You Always!!!!”
She also expressed gratitude to everyone who has supported her and her children since her husband’s tragic passing:
“To Everyone That Has Supported And Is Still Supporting Me Towards Raising My Kids, I Say Thank You… We Are Grateful.
Congratulations Son… It’s Indeed A Sweet Ending To A Greater New Beginning!!!
God’s Presence All Day Every Day We Pray.”
Fans flooded her comment section with love and encouragement, while many also praised actress Empress Njamah for her role in supporting the young boy and gifting him something he dearly wished for.