Yul Edochie recently faced a backlash on social media after revealing that he did not mourn the late actor because he betrayed him
By Kehinde Okeowo
Nollywood actor and movie producer, Yul Edochie, has replied those chastising him for his recent comment on late colleague, Junior Pope, saying he has now forgiven the actor despite “backstabbing” him.
The controversial actor gave his side of the story via a post on his verified Instagram page, where he explained that he made the comment because Junior Pope betrayed him.
Prior to this, the popular thespian had earlier taken to social media and revealed that he did not mourn the late actor because of the alleged betrayal
However, after his comments surfaced on the Internet, it elicited a backlash, as most Nollywood fans including his sister-in-law, Rita Edochie, berated him for holding grudges against a dead man.
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Reacting to the backlash, the actor, explained that he was deeply hurt by the alleged betrayal, adding that he has now forgiven Junior Pope.
Speaking on his social media handle, Yul Edochie said, “Speaking about forgiveness. I forgive him completely. It hurts deeply when a friend you love, took like a brother, stood for and shown love over the years turns around to stab you in the back repeatedly without remorse.
“Sadly, that’s the world we live. Humans are filled with flaws. To err is human, to forgive is divine. I forgive him & wish his family the very best.”