Tag: Funke Akindele

The billions I found in Nollywood, by Funke Egbemode

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I interviewed Yinka Quadri and Taiwo Hassan (Ogogo) on the same day. I still remember the red Peugeot 505 they drove to the Onipetesi office of The Punch that evening. Yes, they honoured this reporter and interviewed them in the office at Onipetesi. I was a regular at Tunji Bamisigbin’s and Ralph Nwadike’s office. It was a productive hunting ground for me to catch both budding and made actors. It was there I was first drawn to Funsho Adeolu because of the Adegeye in his name. Oga Bello Adebayo Salami,…

From Struggles To Success: Funke Akindele’s Journey Is A Beacon Of Hope,By Isaac Asabor

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In life, the road to success is rarely smooth. There are bumps, setbacks, and moments of doubt that often cloud the horizon. But for those who persevere, there lies a greater reward on the other side of these challenges. Funke Akindele, a celebrated Nigerian actress, producer, and businesswoman, is one such person whose journey embodies the resilience and grit needed to rise from humble beginnings to global recognition. Her recent testimony, shared on social media, should serve as a life lesson to anyone who is struggling to survive. It is…

Funke Akindele arrested for hosting party for violating restriction order

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Funke Akindele, Nollywood actress, has been arrested by the Lagos state police command for hosting a party, in contravention of the lockdown order in the state. According to The Punch, the movie star was whisked to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti (SCID), Yaba on Sunday evening. Meanwhile the renowned actress, also known as Jenifa, earlier apologised after coming under fire for hosting the celebrity-studded house party amidst the Coronavirus lockdown. The actress who hosted the party to celebrate her husband, JJC Skillz— Abdulrasheed Bello’s birthday—in their Amen Estate home,…

Funke Akindele To Star In Hollywood Movie, Avengers

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Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa has been named to be among stars who will feature in Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity Wars. Akindele’s name was published on a website, IMDB, the movie database website owned by Amazon. Jennifer will be a member of ‘Dora Milaje’, a team of women who serve as personal bodyguards of the Black Panther, the spiritual leader of Wakanda. The actress will act alongside Scarlett Johansson, Bernicio Del Toro, and Chris Evans. The storyline of the new series reads, “The Avengers and their allies have…