A young female entrepreneur broke down in tears of joy after Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele, wore a pair of handmade earrings she gifted her at the FinTribe Finance Fair 2026 in Lagos. The emotional moment occurred at the fourth edition of the event, held at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, where the
By Juliet Umeh Social media platform Facebook has partnered with Nollywood filmmaker and actor Funke Akindele to promote Nigerian storytelling at the London and Lagos premieres of her new film, The Four. “Facebook has always been about connecting people, and our partnership with Funke Akindele brings that to life through film,” Obagbemi said.
As Nollywood actresses and filmmakers Funke Akindele and Toyin Abraham prepare to release new films in December, their fans have revived comparisons between the stars, scrutinising their promotional strategies, industry relationships and box-office ambitions. The actresses, both established names in Nigeria’s film industry, have repeatedly found themselves at the centre of online debates over box-office
By Aiyedun Oluwadamilola Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele has opened up about her emotional struggles behind the cameras, revealing that she sometimes cries and breaks down in private despite her cheerful public image. The actress made this known during an interview with CNN, where she reflected on the pressures of fame, public scrutiny of her relationships and the importance of prioritising personal well-being.
Akanbi Elizabeth, the widow of late gospel singer Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, broke down in tears while paying tribute to her husband at a memorial event in Ibadan, Oyo State. Several gospel artistes attended the event to honour the late singer, including Adeyinka Alaseyori, Esther Igbekele, Laolu Gbenjo, Akintayo Akinwande, SB Live, Bidemi Olaoba, Mr Gbera, Peterson Okopi and Sarah Apekeola.
Former Nollywood actor turned cleric, Pastor Jimmy Odukoya, has confirmed his marriage to his fiancée, Pastor Mo Jasmine. Pastor Mo Odukoya,” he said.
In both, Nollywood actress Annabel Apara appeared visibly pregnant, smiling, cradling a bump that never existed. Currently studying English Arts at the University of Lagos, Apara is part of a new generation of Nollywood talents who refuse to be boxed in.