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Funke Akindele Replies Twitter User That Claimed She’s a Workaholic Who Doesn’t Rest

Nollywood actress and box office Queen Funke Akindele has replied an X user who claimed that the veteran entertainer doesn’t rest.
The X user had applauded the work ethic of the actress and planned to emulate her.
She stated that when she wants to rest, she remembers Funke is not resting and as such, continues her hustle.
 
“Sometimes I want to rest, and I remember Funke Akindele is not resting.”
 
However, Funke took to her Instagram page to reply.
She jokingly disagreed and wrote:
“Na lie. I dey rest wella”.
See reactions below:
Sharon Ooja wrote, “Omo no jokes. If I hear say I sleep. Love you Aunty
Falz wrote, “For where you dey rest?
Nancy Isime wrote, “Rest ke? She no even dey sleep
Jide Awobona wrote, “Med oo, inspiration aye
Adeolu Funsho wrote, “Funky! A force
Hilda Dokubo wrote, “No mind them, you dey rest as you dey work”.
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I Believe ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa’ Will Hit N5 Billion – Actress, Funke Akindele Says

Funke Akindele, Nollywood’s box office star, is aiming to set new records with her upcoming movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa, set to premiere in cinemas on December 13, 2024.

Akindele is aiming for an ambitious target of N5 billion in ticket sales, leveraging her signature grand marketing style and months of advance promotion.

Speaking at a recent Exhibitor Soirée, she expressed her confidence, stating, “We can beat N5 billion; I have faith.”

The actress also urged the audience to combat piracy, which she said had impacted her previous film, A Tribe Called Judah.

 

With her determination and proactive campaign, Akindele is poised to make history once again.

“I plead with you guys, I know things are hard now but I want to beg you to be security conscious. People use their phones to film. Remember what happened to us last year, with A Tribe Called Judah? Please let’s be very careful, let’s be vigilant. It’s our movie.

“We want to make money from it. Imagine what we would have made if A Tribe called Judah wasn’t pirated. But we thank God. This is another opportunity, please protect this film for me. Please I beg you in the name of God, no phones. We had to record a video to tell people, no recordings,” she said.

The movie boasts an impressive cast, including Akindele herself as Jenifa, Folarin ‘Falz’ Falana as Sege, and other notable actors like Jackie Appiah, Nancy Isime, and Patience Ozokwor.

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Funke Akindele Shows Support to Colleague, Femi Adebayo, Promotes His New Movie

Nigerian actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has shown support to colleague, Femi Adebayo.
She helped the actor promote his new film, Seven Doors.
Akindele in a post on her page on Monday, wrote:
“Dem don open door o!!!!!💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽”
 
“Can’t wait to see this Limited series #sevendoors by @femiadebayosalami. Congrats Femi!!! This one go loud o!!! Out on #Netflix December 13!!! Legggooooooo.”
 
Recall that in an interview with Independence in August, Femi Adebayo suggested that his new project would be “better than Jagun Jagun.”
He also talked about the film’s special setting:
 
“The next movie that I said is bigger than Jagun Jagun is titled Seven Doors. It’s set in two eras—the 18th century and the 19th century—which means we have the old-school setting with those 504s and Volkswagens, and it also takes us back to that kind of Jagun Jagun environment.
 
“It’s a mix, featuring multiple tribes. It’s about a Yoruba king married to an Igbo woman, with a Hausa man coming to invest. It’s a showcase of Nigerian culture.”
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Let’s Stop Bullying People, Words Can Hurt – Funke Akindele to Fans

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has begged Nigerians to stop cyberbullying.
She took to her Instagram page to make the plea.
According to the actress, words can hurt. She went further to urge her fans to spread creativity instead of hate.
She wrote:
“Spread love!!! Be kind!!
 
I want to remind you all that everyone has a story, and words can make or break. That’s why I want to emphasize the importance of kindness on social media. Everyone struggles, and words can hurt. Let’s lift each other up with love, encouragement, and support. Remember, bullying isn’t just physical – words matter.
 
To my incredible fans, I urge you to spread kindness, ignore negativity, and shine your light. Let’s create a supportive community where everyone feels valued and loved.”
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Actress Funke Akindele Praised for Distributing Food Items to Lagos Residents

Actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has been praised by Nigerians for distributing food items to Lagos residents.
The distribution took place in Shomolu, Yaba, and Mushin in Lagos State.
The actress, who is promoting her upcoming movie “Everybody Loves Jenifa,” took to Instagram to share a video of the philanthropic efforts.
“Jenifa‘s joy is contagious! Sharing food, laughter, and love with our community. Sewing seeds of kindness in different local govt areas in Lagos state. First stops are (Shomolu, Yaba, Mushin),” she captioned the post.
Akindele’s gesture has earned widespread praise from colleagues and fans alike.
Veteran actress Ebelle Okafor.said: “You reap what you sow, more grease lady Funke.”
Juliana Olayode also applauded Akindele, stating,  “Everybody Loves Jenifa, Jenifa loves everybody. God bless you, Mama”
Other notable figures in the entertainment industry, including Itele, Debbie Shokoya, Phyna, Jide Awobona, Paschaline Alex, Ngozi Nwosu, and Omowunmi Dada, also offered words of encouragement and blessings.
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Funke Akindele Gave Me N2.5 million During a Hard Time – Bobrisky

Nigerian crossdresser, Bobrisky has taken to his Instagram page to thank veteran Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele.
Bobrisky revealed that Funke gave him a staggering N2.5 million during a hard time.
He also used the opportunity to celebrate her birthday.
He wrote:
“Happy birthday to my most sweetest big sis @funkejenifaakindele. I love you today and will continue to always love you sis. I remember how you came through for me and you sent me 2,500,000 when I needed you. God bless you mama we all are celebrating you today celebration will not stop in ur life. Amen”
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Why I’m No Longer Close to Eniola Badmus, Others – Funke Akindele

Nigerian star actress, Funke Akindele has opened up on why she’s no longer friends with colleagues like Eniola Badmus and others.
She spoke during an interveiw with Arise TV.
Giving explanation, Funke Akindele stated that she has never had serious friends aside her siblings.
She added that contrary to popular belief, when she is not working, she likes staying indoor with her kids and family, having fun and seeing movies.
In Funke Akindele’s words:
“Friendship? I think my siblings are my friends. They are my friends. I have acquaintances, people that I’m cordial with, but not serious friendships like that. Because I’m always busy working. And when I’m not working, I’m sleeping, chilling with the kids, watching a movie, chilling with the family.
 
I like being in my space. I don’t really like going to parties, I’m not a party animal. I don’t like it at all. I run a studio, we film every year – we have content on Youtube, movies at cinemas and on streaming platforms. I’m very busy. So I just get busy with work and my children, because I need to give them time. So when I’m not working, I’m with my children. I’m in my space.

 
In the industry, I have cordial relationships with people in the industry. I love working with some particular people. I work with all my colleagues, but there are some that are so dear to my heart. I have a team, my crew members. And for my colleagues, I have cordial relationship with everybody.”
When asked about Eniola Badmus specifically who she used to be very close with, Funke Akindele gave an update on their relationship saying:
“Eniola Badmus makes me laugh. She cracks me up so much. I love to chill with her. But, we’ve been so busy with life. Everybody is doing their thing. But I’m still cordial with her, and everybody.”
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You Don’t Have To Rely On Men To Be Successful – Actress, Funke Akindele To Ladies

Funke Akindele, the popular Nollywood actress and producer, has urged ladies to be enterprising.

In a recent interview with Arise TV, the record-breaking filmmaker admonished women to embrace entrepreneurship regardless of their conditions.

She emphasized that women don’t have to rely on men to be successful.

Akindele also urged young ladies to be content and focused on their goals instead of envying others and living above their means.

She said, “Whatever you have, just start something. Move. Don’t wait for the big opportunity. Even if it’s petty business, just start something.

“As a young girl out there, who says women can’t make money? Who says women can’t have money when we have the Folorunsho Alakijas? They are made, they are okay. The other day, I was telling myself that I have to work harder to be as rich as the Alakijas. Who says you can’t have money? You don’t have to rely on a man to make it.

“You have to stay focused. The little you have, manage it. Don’t be greedy. Don’t look at what your neighbors have and say you want to have what they have. When the time comes for you to have luxurious things, you’ll have them.

“I used to buy my handbags from ‘bend down select.’ I would wash and iron them and slay with them. Even with the cheap bags, I still felt good. Just believe in yourself. And watch what you feed yourself with.

“Content that would drive you crazy, people that would say things that would upset you, toxic people—avoid them. Because you’re growing in a new space. It’s what you feed yourself with that matters. It really matters because if you feed yourself with negativity, at the end of the day you would believe you can’t do it because you’re not pretty enough.”

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I’m Not Yet a Billionaire – Funke Akindele Debunks Rumors Amid Movie Success

Popular Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has dismissed rumours that she’s a billionaire.
Many had labeled her a billionaire owing to the success of her latest movie, A Tribe Called Judah.
Despite the film grossing over a billion naira, the actress clarified that she did not personally earn billions from it.
Responding to the speculation, Funke Akindele emphasized that while her recent work has achieved significant financial success, she remains dedicated to her craft and hard work.
She expressed gratitude for the support received but asserted that she is not a billionaire, describing herself as a “confirmed hustler.”
In her words;
“Thanks dear. I’m not a billionaire! My movie A Tribe Called Judah grossed over a billion naira. But I didn’t take the billion home o!!! I be confirmed hustler.”
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Funke Akindele, Others React as Falz Rocks Skirt to Celebrate New Chapter In His Life

Nigerian singer and actor, Falz has rocked a skirt to celebrate the next chapter of his life.
The star took to his Instagram page to share a photo of himself rocking the skirt and wrote: “A new chapter starts shortly. 07-06-24”
After Falz had shared the picture, Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele and other celebrities took to his comment section to react.
Funke Akindele wrote, “I wish I could send a voice note! Folarin!! You took my skirt. Hmmm, it is well
Adekunle Gold wrote, “O ma wo skirt ke.
Actress Michelle Dede wrote, “FasaaaaShun!
Brodashaggi wrote, “Egbon Potiphar
One Switope wrote, “Show me your style? Anoda one, be like that
One The Jessica Theresa wrote, “Whoever styled you will make heaven cause what is this
One Uncle Mide wrote, “Naaa, the stylist will make heaven. Come the fuck on
One Gee Dolz wrote, “Folarin hope you’re not Risky ooo”.