Why I stopped breastfeeding my 3-month-old baby after Junior Pope’s death – Adanma Luke
Nollywood actress and filmmaker Adanma Luke has revealed her struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts following the tragic death of her colleague, Junior Pope Odonwodu, who drowned on her movie set in April
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In a heartfelt Instagram post, Luke described the emotional toll of the incident, sharing how it led to one of the darkest periods of her life.
She disclosed that during her battle with depression, she turned to her senior colleague, Uche Nancy, for support.
Luke credited Nancy’s encouraging words and unwavering kindness for helping her find the strength to move forward. “Her words reminded me that life still had meaning, even when I felt like giving up,” she wrote.
The actress also revealed that her mental health struggles impacted her ability to care for her three-month-old baby, leading her to stop breastfeeding as she grappled with feelings of hopelessness.
However, with time and support, Luke said she found renewed hope and a reason to live. She expressed gratitude for Uche Nancy’s compassion during her lowest moments, highlighting the importance of seeking help and the power of empathy.
She wrote: “With so much tears in my eyes after so much pressure and expenses in April i reached out to this beautiful soul @uchenancy and she said Ada, don’t worry i dey for you. Just let me know if there’s more to do and i won’t abandon you. She spoke as if she was me and gave me instances of why i should stay alive and strong.
“It lifted my soul even tho i was contemplating suicide at that time and lost interest in whatever was happening and just needed to exit this world because It was indeed a very dark period for me that I had to stop breastfeeding in less than 3 months due so much sadness in my heart, depression, calls and hash words from families of the deceased and online fans.
“To be sincere I was online because my phone was the closest thing to me at that point. My mom took away my child so i don’t feed or breastfeed my child with sadness. I only come online to cry away my pains from the hurtful words being thrown at me and feel a little better from some good friends and fans who choose to love me regardless.
“Whatever i did or posted then was what my mindset was all about. Please help me say a kind prayer for this beautiful soul @uchenancy because she didn’t just help me with the huge finically support but also made sure I’m doing ok till now. I can’t end my 2024 without appreciating you my beautiful hardworking woman @uchenancy may God continue to bless you richly.”
