Filmmaker Funke Akindele has explained why she withdrew from social life for years to focus on building her career.
Speaking in an interview, the 48-year-old said the decision was deliberate and driven by her desire to create lasting work and grow her brand.
“When I say hard work, I mean locking myself away in Amen Estate for three years building the Jenifa brand, working on Industreet, Aiyetoro, My siblings and I, and other content,” she said.
“I deprived myself of vacations, parties, events, no friends, nothing, just me and my team, working tirelessly, creating and working hard to achieve the success many now see.”
She added that her commitment went beyond acting, describing how deeply involved she was in her productions.
“When I am on the set of my films, I am not a diva, I am everywhere and very hands-on, no wig, just on my rough corn rows, working hard and seeing that everything is in perfect order. I go through all that till work is done, and then we can now start preparing for marketing and all the glam and dancing,” she said.
Funke is widely known for the Jenifa franchise and several box office successes that have shaped modern Nollywood.
She was previously married to Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz. The couple, who have twin boys, announced their separation in 2022.
