Ossai Ovie Success, an aide to the Delta State governor, has publicly criticized actor Zubby Michael for his choice of attire at the funeral of his late colleague, Junior Pope.
Junior Pope tragically lost his life in a boating accident on April 10, 2024, along with several crew members. His funeral was held today in Enugu State, attracting many colleagues who came to pay their respects.
Ossai expressed particular displeasure with Zubby Michael’s decision to wear a red t-shirt to the solemn event, deeming it disrespectful and inappropriate given the circumstances and the young age at which Junior Pope passed away.
In his critique, Ossai suggested that more conventional mourning colors such as white or black would have been more suitable for the occasion. He shared his disappointment with Zubby Michael’s sartorial choice on social media, emphasizing the need for appropriate attire during times of mourning.
“This is disrespectful to late Jnr Pope. Dear Zubby Michael, this your red dressing is inappropriate. This your red t-shirt dressing to the burial ceremony of late Jnr Pope is annoying and disrespectful to Jnr Pope. Jnr Pope was so young when he died and doesn’t deserve you putting on red dressing to his burial ceremony. The burial ceremony calls for a sober reflection and not a celebration party ground. You could have gone there putting on black or white dressing. I am disappointed though you are a good guy and I so much love watching your movies. I know you did this in error and I know you will change next time. One love bro,” Ossai stated.
Ossai’s remarks have sparked discussions on social media regarding the appropriateness of funeral attire and the respect owed to the deceased and their families during such solemn occasions.
