On August 24th, 2024, fans and colleagues stormed social media to celebrate Nollywood star
Funke Akindele on her 47th birthday. Akindele, who was born in 1977, is not only a beloved actress but also a trailblazing director—the first and only one to gross over $2 billion at the Nigerian box office. The outpouring of love included heartfelt sentiments from her friends and industry peers.
One remarked, "Funke Akindele, I applaud her evolution; she is a hard worker." Another added, "She is very strict, very precise, she is a perfectionist." A third admirer highlighted her professionalism, saying, "Everything about her is professional, which I think we actually need in the industry."
As Akindele continues to set high standards, her influence on Nollywood remains unmatched.
