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  • Funke Akindele dedicates lifetime achievement award to fans

    Funke Akindele dedicates lifetime achievement award to fans

    Box office Queen Funke Akindele has dedicated the lifetime achievement award she received to fans.

    Akindele was honored with the special lifetime achievement award at the yearly man of the year award of Silverbird in Lagos. 

    Sharing the photos from the ceremony on Instagram, Akindele expressed gratitude to fans as she dedicated the award to them and her loved ones.

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    “I was honored with the Special Achievement Award over the weekend, courtesy of the Silverbird Man of the Year 2024, @silverbirdmoty. Thank you #silverbirdgroup. This is for my fans and loved ones. God bless you all,” she wrote. 

  • Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe called Judah’ hits N1.4billion in box office

    Funke Akindele’s ‘A Tribe called Judah’ hits N1.4billion in box office

    Seasoned actress Funke Akindele has continued to break records as she established yet another big milestone in the film industry.

    The movie actress, who became the first Nigerian filmmaker to earn more than a billion in cinema last month, has not shied away from her historic success.

    In a new update, A Tribe Called Judah has made over N1.4 billion in around ten weeks since its launch on December 15, 2023, maintaining its title as the highest-grossing Nigerian film ever.

    The film has undoubtedly become a favorite of many at home and abroad.

    Funke Akindele responded to her success on X, writing: “Thank you!!! To all the young ladies out there, just know that you can also achieve success. Remain focused and keep working hard.”

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    Also sharing the good news, Film One, expressed gratitude to Nigerians and West Africans for making the movie Number One.

    “We are grateful for the record-breaking journey of #ATribeCalledJudah – Nigeria and West Africa’s #1 movie!

    “Thanks for making it the biggest film for Funke Akindele, the top Nollywood, and the ultimate cinematic triumph of 2023/2024. This movie is distributed by @filmoneng”.

    Funke Akindele’s movies, A Tribe Called Judah, Battle On Buka Street and Omo Ghetto The Saga are respectively the highest-grossing Nollywood films of all time.

  • Deyemi Okanlawon seeks help from Funke Akindele

    Deyemi Okanlawon seeks help from Funke Akindele

    Actor Deyemi Okanlawon has called out the Queen of box office, Funke Akindele, begging for help while reminding her of how he has been there for her in the past when nobody else was. 

    Taking to his Instagram page, he penned a heartfelt message to her, noting that though they are beefing, she should remember the times only he stood behind her.

    Calling her his darling Lefty, Deyemi appealed to her to urge her fans to watch his new movie.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele pays tribute to mother one year after death

    “To my darling LEFTY, I know say we fight las las but remember I was there for you when nobody else was there. Abeg help me tell your #1B geng fans to go and watch my dear brother Deyemi’s film. A heartfelt message from FEMI STONE,” he wrote. 

  • Funke Akindele pays tribute to mother one year after death

    Funke Akindele pays tribute to mother one year after death

    Seasoned Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has paid tribute to her mother, Rachel Bolanle Adebanjo Akindele, one year after her passing.

    Taking to her Instagram page, she shared a video collage from the funeral ceremony of her late mother.

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    She wrote: “Keep resting in peace, my darling mum. Thank you for raising strong men and women. We love you and miss you so much. #ayearremembrance #keeprestinginpeacemum.”

  • Funke Akindele gets new car over success of ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ movie

    Funke Akindele gets new car over success of ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ movie

    Popular actress Funke Akindele has been surprised with a brand new car at an event organised to celebrate her movie ‘A Tribe Called Judah‘ after setting a new record of N1 billion at the box office.

    The event with the title “A Toast To Funke Akindele” took place on Wednesday night to honor the actress for her incredible accomplishment of grossing over a billion in Cinemas.

    A star-studded guest list included Iyabo Ojo, Eniola Ajao, Sola Sobowale, Taaooma, Bisola Aiyeola, Groovy, Timini, Diadem, Adunni Ade, Yvonne Jegede, Simi Drey, Kehinde Bankole, Omowunmi Dada, the cast of “A Tribe Called Judah,” and many more.

    The celebration was organised in association with GAC Motor Nigeria and FilmOne Entertainment.

    A brand-new car, courtesy of GAC Motor, was surprisingly gifted to Funke Akindele, making it the highlight of the evening and adding even more excitement.

    Following the car gift some netizens condemned the act. 

    Sasha Itota wrote: “Waiting she do wey make Dem dash billionaire car??”

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    Latifa Chuks added: “Well deserved. This woman is a hustler and she’s reaping her good seeds sown. Congratulations Aunty Funke.”

    Jagaban YouTube said: “001 of Nollywood for many reasons. Absolutely well deserved.”

    Deederm Essentials wrote: “Congratulations mama, well deserved. Her resilience and tenacity need to be studied cause it’s too notched.”

    Air view Films wrote: “Naija Rich getting richer, poor getting hmmm.”

    Hibee Choco wrote, “Wow! She deserves it, Timini well done”.

  • Why I don’t practise law despite studying it – Funke Akindele

    Why I don’t practise law despite studying it – Funke Akindele

    Seasoned Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has disclosed the reasons behind her choice to embrace acting over pursuing a career in law, despite obtaining a degree in the field from the University of Lagos (UNILAG).

    The box office queen explained that her initial pursuit of law was driven by a commitment to fulfill her late father’s aspirations, as he had always envisioned her becoming a lawyer.

    Acknowledging her genuine passions for acting, singing, and dancing, the mother of two confessed that her father’s desire for her legal career influenced her decision to study law, with the intention of honouring his wishes before ultimately returning to the realm of entertainment.

    Akindele, however, expressed that she never regretted the decision, emphasising that her legal background significantly influenced her work as an actress.

    She specifically mentioned her fondness for criminal law and the excitement she derives from incorporating legal elements into her performances.

    Akindele pointed out the seamless integration of her legal knowledge into her acting, citing that the two disciplines complement each other.

    Despite not actively practicing law, she revealed a recent contemplation of revisiting her legal roots.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele suspended ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ production for one month because of me – Actor Uzee Usman

    He said: “Truly I studied law at the University of Lagos. My father wanted me to be a lawyer. When he was alive he was always saying ‘You will become a lawyer’. I just wanted to act on stage. I wanted to sing and dance.

    “I would say okay, let me study this law and give it to you. When I study this law I will go back to my acting. I never regretted studying law because it reflected in my work. Because I love criminal law so much. I like a law where someone errs against the law and is sentenced. All the investigations.

    “If you notice, you will see that I usually add up what I have studied in my work. Law and my work can be hand in hand. And I never regretted studying law. But I have not been practicing law. Nowadays I have been thinking about it. I can do it.”

  • Why I don’t see past marriages as failures – Funke Akindele

    Why I don’t see past marriages as failures – Funke Akindele

    Funke Akindele, the reigning box office queen, has revealed her unwavering determination and resilience, despite facing numerous setbacks in the past.

    The Nation reported that the seasoned actress recently broke the film industry record by hitting a landmark of over N1 billion at the box office.

    Despite being successful as an actress, the mother of two has had some loopholes in the aspect of marriage.

    In an interview with Wazobia, Funke Akindele spoke about these “failures” and why she doesn’t even see them as such.

    She said: “If you don’t fail, you can’t be successful. You have to keep trying. Like when a child is trying to walk, the child will walk small and just fall off. So it’s normal for you to fall but you just have to pick yourself and rise again.

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    “For me, I see failure, I see challenges, I see obstacles, as part of life. My mum raised me like that. My mum will say if you do not fail, if you do not fall, you cannot succeed. So you have to keep going. And note, I do not even see the failures.

    “If you ask me now, can you tell me one failure, I don’t see it as a failure. My personal life – marriage, I just take it as it comes. My mental health is very important. My career is very important, darling. I have to make an impact. I have to empower a lot of people. I have to inspire young people out there. I have to stay strong for my children and my siblings. Why am I living? I have a purpose, so my head is up. Yes I cry, yes I break down, but after I cry, I just look in the mirror and say “keep moving”.

  • Funke Akindele suspended ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ production for one month because of me – Actor Uzee Usman

    Funke Akindele suspended ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ production for one month because of me – Actor Uzee Usman

    Kannywood actor and film producer, Dr. Uzee Usman Adeyemi has disclosed how seasoned Nollywood actress and box office queen, Funke Akindele suspended production of her latest cinema film ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ for one month because of him.

    Uzee revealed this in a post via Instagram, where he expressed gratitude to Funke Akindele for featuring him in the record-breaking box-office film.

    According to the Northern actor, he had other jobs at the time, therefore, featuring in Funke’s project became a challenge for him but the actress was kind enough to suspend filming for one month so he could meet up.

    Uzee who plays the character, Adamu added that he fell sick on the first day on set and Funke showed compassion and took care of him till he was able to shoot his scenes.

    He wrote: “Olufunke Akindele hmmmm MY LOVER!!! I will tell you guys why I call her that. I remember when you send me a message on WhatsApp ur in UK we hard long conversations about a tribe called Judah. And you came back to 9ja held a meeting with the Judah Boies. We all love the concept so much. But have lot of challenges abt timing with other jobs, I was so disturbed because I wanted to work with her & I love the story but I opened up to her and told her all my challenges she said uzee I will move the job because of you for one month.

    “The 1st day I enter Funke set, camp I fell seriously sick because was coming from a hectic shoot but she did not complain one bit she took total responsibility for my health and took very good care of me till I can shoot 3while we were filming she was taking care of all the cast & crew like her own blood family guys nothing you will ask Anty Funke that she will say no she will definitely find a solution to ur problem ask all the cast pls.”

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    “If I talk here the talk to plenty, IG go full bam bam. Lots of people told you even why Uzee but you no answer them because you only listen to the almighty.”

    Expressing gratitude to the Box Office Queen, the 37-year-old wrote: “All I want to say to you my lover this morning I want to thank you very much for believing in me & the opportunity to be part of #ATRIBECALLEDJUDAH my 2023 will never be this amazing without you in my life. God keep blessing you. Love you plenty, purest hearted soul.”

    Reacting to Uzee’s post, Funke Akindele in the comment section appreciated and congratulated him. She wrote:

    “My darling Uzee, love you. Thank you for the kind words. May God bless you.

    Congratulations highest grossing actor!!.”

    Recall that A Tribe Called Judah has made one billion naira in the cinema.

  • ATribeCalledJudah: Peter Obi commends Funke Akindele, congratulates actress on movie success

    ATribeCalledJudah: Peter Obi commends Funke Akindele, congratulates actress on movie success

    Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election, has commended actress Funke Akindele for hitting N1bn sales on the new movie ‘A Tribe Called Judah’.

    Obi said the movie reflected the challenges facing the less-privileged Nigerians.

    He stated this on Saturday, January 6, in a statement shared on his X handle.

    The Nation reported that ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ became the first Nollywood film to surpass N1 billion at the box office.

    Reacting to this development, Obi said: “is heartwarming to learn that ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ a movie by @funkeakindele, has achieved a record-breaking earning of N1 billion, in just 3 weeks of its release, thus marking a historic moment in our Nigerian movie industry.

    “I congratulate Funke Akindele for achieving this feat which is a bold testament to her passion, hard work, and dedication in the movie industry.

    “The latest movie touches on some of the complex challenges faced by the less privileged families in Nigeria, in their struggles for survival. It skillfully tells a story that appeals to its audience in a comic and entertaining delivery.”

  • Tinubu congratulates Funke Akindele on historic box office record

    Tinubu congratulates Funke Akindele on historic box office record

    President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the creativity and sheer artistic talents driving Nigeria’s entertainment industry, following the success just recorded by ace Nigerian artist, Funke Akindele, with her movie, ‘A Tribe Called Judah’.

    The movie, produced and co-directed by Akindele, was released in cinemas in Nigeria in mid-December last year, and after two weeks, it was reported to have grossed over N1 billion, becoming the highest-earning Nigerian movie ever.

    In a statement issued by his special adviser on media and publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu celebrated the ingenuity, creativity, and immense artistic talents of Nigeria’s thriving entertainment industry.

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    According to the statement, the President congratulated Akindele on her record-setting film and commended the ace thespian for her contributions to the growth of the industry.

    He extolled the excellence of the Nigerian creative industry, acknowledging its pivotal place as a medium, not only for artistic expression but also a source of enormous soft power and viable export.

    Tinubu said: “The creative industry is one of the high-employment sectors, providing jobs for our able and talented youths. It is an industry that is crucial to my administration. I salute Nigerians for their enduring support and patronage of home-grown creative efforts. We will provide the conducive environment for the industry to thrive further.”