Funke Akindele
9 Dec
Lagos was alive with glitz and glamour on Sunday, December 8, 2024, as Funke Akindele, aka Jenifa, unveiled her highly anticipated movie, Everybody Loves Jenifa. Known for her creative storytelling and knack for setting trends, the filmmaker pulled out all the stops for the grand premiere, themed Lagos After Party. The event wasn’t just about…
7 Dec
They seized the big screen last year — Funke Akindele, Toyin Abraham and Mercy Aigbe — when they took full charge of the big screen last December.
4 Dec
Renowned Nollywood actress and producer, Funke Akindele, has teamed up with Exclusive Smile, a premier dental clinic in Lagos, to promote dental tourism in Nigeria and foster confidence in the country's healthcare system. The collaboration aims to transform perceptions of dental care in the country, building trust in local expertise and encouraging Nigerians to explore…
3 Dec
Ahead of the much-anticipated premiere of Everybody Loves Jenifa in cinemas on December 13, Funke Akindele has treated fans to a festive surprise with the release of a Christmas song, Everybody Loves Christmas. The song, performed by D'banj, Falz, Waje, and the cast of the upcoming film, is produced by music maestro Cobhams Asuquo. READ…
29 Nov
Prophet Oladele Ogundipe, popularly known as Genesis, is a towering figure in Christendom whose ministry, Genesis Global, continues to inspire and uplift many. Renowned for his prophetic gifts and humanitarian work, Prophet Genesis recently opened up about his admiration for Nollywood actress Funke Akindele during an interview. Although the Lagos-based prophet clarified that he has…
26 Oct
It’s already three weeks into October and some moviedom practitioners are in the news for the right reasons
19 Oct
The recent launch of Dano’s Cool Cow and Full Cream Evaporated Milk, combined with the exciting announcement of Funke Akindele as the new Brand Ambassador, has generated significant excitement for Dano consumers! Funke, with her lively spirit and close connection to Nigerian families, embodies Dano's vision of delivering high-quality, nutritious, and delicious dairy products to…
25 Sep
Popular Nollywood star Funke Akindele is set to thrill fans once again with her new film, ‘Everybody Loves Jenifa,’ which will premiere in cinemas on December 13. Akindele announced the premiere date in a funny video posted on her Instagram page, where a tug of war played out between the cast of her last film,…
23 Sep
Experts in the entertainment industry have urged women nationwide to strive for financial independence, saying being financially secure is a true weapon that can save them from being trampled upon.
12 Jun 2024
Nigerian social media star, model, and thriving content creator, Ufim-Onne Efut Ukam, popularly known as Celyn Ukam, has revealed that her idol in the entertainment industry is the acclaimed Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele. Born on April 22, 2000, in Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, Celyn had her primary education at Adiaga Bong…
18 May 2024
She received a standing ovation when the award presenters announced her as winner of the best in Lead Actress category of the 2024 African Magic Viewers Choice Award (AMVCA). As the audience at the venue clapped, some of them nodded in affirmation.
18 May 2024
It did not come to many as a surprise when the jury of the just-held AMVCA decided to look over Funke Akindele's A Tribe Called Judah and
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