Meet the ambassadors: Don Jazzy, 2face Idibia & Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele turn up for Lagos Countdown (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Don Jazzy, 2face Idibia and actress, Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele have been selected as ambassadors for the Lagos Countdown 2013 organised by the Lagos State Government. Don Jazzy shared this photo on his Instagram page chilling with the music superstar and ‘Jenifa’ during their introduction to the public. He captioned the post: “Meet... Read More

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October 25, 2013

SNAPSHOT: 2face Idibia joins others to demand increased funding for agriculture

by Oge Okonkwo It is a season of giving back for our Nigerian celebrities. From Funke Akindele to Sasha P campaigning for different causes and now our very own king of Nigerian music 2face Idibia has joined the bandwagon. [READ: Awww, so beautiful! Funke Akindele and Sasha P rally for a cause (See Photos)] The... Read More

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October 24, 2013

Awww, so beautiful! Funke Akindele and Sasha P rally for a cause (See Photos)

by Oge Okonkwo Actress Funke Akindele has been busy lately giving back to the community as she has been engaging in humanitarian causes recently. [READ: Aww, she’s so sweet: Actress, Funke Akindele joins the bike-athon to ride against polio (See Photos)] The Nollywood sweetheart was at the bike-a-thon ride against polio which took place on October... Read More

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October 19, 2013

Aww, she’s so sweet: Actress, Funke Akindele joins the bike-athon to ride against polio (See Photos)

by Tutu Akinlabi Actress Funke Akindele got out of her comfort zone for a worthy cause today as she joined a bike riding event to campaign against polio. The star was recently signed on by the Rotary Club as its ambassador to fight against the scourge and as is typical for “Jenifa”, she went hands-on... Read More

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October 18, 2013

But why?! Actor, Mr. Ibu wears a dress again… and we just can’t deal (LOOK)

by Akan Ido John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu is at it again donning an Iro and Buba on the set of an upcoming Nollywood movie also featuring funny actress, Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele. The actor can be seen getting one or two touch-ups from the movie crew but we wonder how extremely traumatizing hilarious... Read More

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October 9, 2013

Crazy duo! Nollywood’s Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele & Mercy Johnson fight over (giant) Agege bread (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Nollywood actresses Funke Akindele and Mercy Johnson crack us up with these funny photo. We do not know if these actresses are on a suicide mission but it is obvious they are fighting for this humongous loaf of bread on one hand with one liter of soft drinks clutched in the other.... Read More

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September 28, 2013

Don’t laugh! It’s Jenifa Vs Osuofia – Who rocked the school uniform better? (LOOK)

by Akan Ido We can’t confirm exactly what movie this is but any Nollywood project with Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele acting alongside Nkem ‘Osuofia’ Owoh must be a rib-cracking one. We’d surely be on the lookout for the release of this movie which sees Jenifa and Osuofia going back to school. Please caption the picture while you’re at... Read More

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September 28, 2013

Funke Akindele, O.C Ukeje, Gabriel Afolayan, others nominated for Nollywood Movie Awards

by Oge Okonkwo The list of nominees for the second edition of Nollywood Movie Awards (NMA) have been released by the organisers of the award ceremony which will hold on Saturday, October 21, 2013 at Intercontinental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Topping the list of nominees this year are O.C Ukeje, Gabriel Afolayan, Funke Akindele, and Imeh Bishop Udoh with two nominations each for... Read More

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September 26, 2013

“I don’t know anything about it”: Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele denies launching ‘Jenifa’ perfume

by Oge Okonkwo Few weeks ago, there were reports that Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele was getting ready to launch her perfume line called ‘Jenifa’ but the actress has come all out to deny the rumours. Akindele dissociated herself from having anything whatsoever to do with the said perfume line in an interview with the soft... Read More

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September 13, 2013

Yels! Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele joins Desmond Tutu, Bill Gates, others as Polio Ambassador (PHOTO)

by ‘Jola Sotubo Funke Akindele has received another title to add to her list; the actress and quintessential brand ambassador has been appointed a Polio Ambassador by the Rotary Club International. Funke aka Jenifa was brought on board to help the Rotary Club achieve its goal of ridding the world of Polio in a new... Read More

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September 8, 2013

Yels! Is Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele getting her perfume line (LOOK)

by Oge Okonkwo Nollywood sweetheart, Funke Akindele popularly known as Jenifa is going into a new line of business as she is set to launch her new perfume line called ‘Jenifa perfume’ following the likes of Beyonce, Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker and others who have successfully turned their perfume line into a household name.... Read More

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August 31, 2013

Dele Momodu: Globacom has empancipated African youths and more

by Dele Momodu What I find most fascinating and noteworthy about Glo is the employment opportunities and wealth creation it has provided for the young and old alike. Apart from those selling recharge cards in the different countries, Glo has paid the biggest endorsements ever known to artistes in these parts. Fellow Africans, please join... Read More

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August 25, 2013

PHOTOS: Tiwa Savage, Uche Jombo, Kate Henshaw, others rock as Funke Akindele gets surprise birthday party

by ‘Jola Sotubo Nigerian actress Funke Akindele celebrated her birthday yesterday. The “Jenifa” star was given a treat by her friends who arranged a surprise birthday party for her. The event was a star studded one as a number of celebrities were in attendance. Stars who graced the event include Tiwa Savage, Uche Jombo, Kate... Read More

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August 13, 2013

Yels! Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele set to release another ‘Jenifa’ movie

by Oge Okonkwo Popular Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele, has confirmed there will be another part of her hit movie, Jenifa. The next Jenifa movie will make it the fourth since three parts have been released into the market. This time it will all be about Jenifa’s life in the U.S and we can’t wait to... Read More

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August 1, 2013

“I was abused in the relationship”: Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele gives details of her crashed marriage

by Akan Ido The marriage split between popular actress, Funke Akindele and partner, Kehinde Oloyede now has a new twist to it as the Jenifa star opens up on the rocky relationship. The marriage which lasted just about one year was called off with Oloyede posted online that they have “agreed to go their separate... Read More

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July 24, 2013

HILARIOUS: Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele, Mr. Ibu, others rock the Kukere dance in movie trailer (WATCH)

by Oge Okonkwo Funny actress, Funke Akindele has apparently put her marriage travails behind her as she is seen in a video dancing Iyanya’s kukere-style with some of Nigeria’s funniest actors including prolific actor, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu. The rib cracking clip is a trailer for an upcoming movie. Watch the video... Read More

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July 24, 2013

Moving on: Actress, Funke Akindele shares picture on set of new movie (PHOTO)

by Rachel Ogbu Actress, Funke Akindele shows life goes on after the end of a marriage. She recently posted pictures of herself having a good time while working on location for a new movie. [READ: “What has happened has happened…” – Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele replies critics] We hear the movie is being shot in... Read More

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July 21, 2013

“What has happened has happened…” – Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele replies critics

by Akan Ido Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele has said she has learnt from the mistakes made leading to the crash of her marriage. The actress who spoke with a popular blogger said those who are judging her should cast the first stone if they have no sin. According to Akindele, she bears no grudge whatsoever... Read More

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July 19, 2013

IT’S OVER! Nollywood actress, Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele finally confirms separation from husband (READ)

by Akan Ido Superstar actress, Funke Akindele has released a statement confirming her separation from her husband of one year, Kehinde Oloyede. The couple who married last year were said to have been facing challenges in their marriage which they had for long been working at solving but it appears the centre can no longer hold.... Read More

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July 18, 2013

Yels, her marriage is intact: Actress, Funke Akindele debunks divorce rumours

by Rachel Ogbu Jenifa actress, Funke Akindele, is said to have addressed divorce rumours about she and her husband, Kehinde Oloyede via text message. According to reports, the actress had through a text message yesterday debunked claims that her marriage was in trouble. The message reads: “I read online and in the newspaper yesterday that... Read More

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July 16, 2013

Actress, Funke Akindele and husband call it quits after 1 year of marriage (Reports)

by Rachel Ogbu There are strong indications that popular Nigerian actress, Funke Akindele and husband, Kehinde Oloyede have split after one year of marriage. Reports claim Oloyede broke the news on Facebook in a message he reportedly deleted soon after posting online. His Facebook wall was said to have read: “It’s with heavy heart that am... Read More

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July 11, 2013

God help us: Comedians Funke Akindele teams up with Aki and Paw Paw on set of new movie (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu X Funny actress, Funke Akindele was photographed here on set with hilarious TV duo, Aki and Paw Paw. Actors Chinedu Ikedieze and Osita Iheme play siblings in a new movie called Jet Fighter. [READ: OMG! Move over Alams, Nkem Owoh’s disguise as a woman is WAY “better” (LOOK) ]

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July 6, 2013

Jenifa meets Osuofia: Nollywood actors, Funke Akindele and Nkem Owoh star in hilarious movie ‘Oga on Top’ (WATCH TRAILER)

by Akan Ido Oga On Top, starring the hilarious duo of Funke Akindele and Nkem Owoh, is a rib-cracking comedy from Onye Eze Productions. The movie which features some of Nollywood’s funniest actors is a must watch for every family as it preaches peace and harmony. Other notable actors in the movie are Uchenna Nnanna, Amayo Uzo... Read More

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July 5, 2013

Jenifa, be careful! Actress, Funke Akindele takes to tree climbing (LOOK)

by Akan Ido Nollywood is heading back to the village (as if it ever left) with our hilarious actress, Funke ‘Jenifa’ Akindele showing her tree-climbing skills in a recent photo. [Chill out, NDLEA: Tonto Dikeh is ‘serving her 15 years already…’ (LOOK)] Another actress, Tonto Dikeh recently shared photos of herself on location in a... Read More

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June 18, 2013

Jenifa meets Osuofia: SEE Nollywood actors, Funke Akindele and Nkem Owoh on set of new movie (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu Funny actress Funke Akindele posted these new photos to her Instagram page while filming. Looks like a new comedy flick with co funny bone, Nkem Owoh . The up-coming movie reportedly has a supporting role from Amaechi Muonagor. x x x x

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March 16, 2013

Back in the Day: SEE Funke Akindele with Iyabo Ojo and Doris Simeon (SNAPSHOT)

by Idoreyin Sampson Here Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele is spotted in a dated photo with Doris Simeon on the Iyabo Ojo and an unidentified male. [Photo: H/T to LLB]

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March 4, 2013

Shame to bad people: Uche Jombo, Nse Ikpe-Etim, and 4 (female) celebs who shocked you and got married

by Chi Ibe Did you see the a photo of Uche Jombo (Rodriguez, please) as her Latino husband joined her in Nigeria for the premiere of her movie ‘My life, My Damage’? She looked deliriously happy, and why not? The man that had been subject of gossip since he didn’t followed her back to Nigeria... Read More

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February 24, 2013

Opinion: Of married men and single ladies

by Mister Mo While there are women who would rather have a man to themselves or not have him at all, there are others who see the value in sharing. When Funke Akindele got married recently, there was a lot of noise from certain quarters who felt that she had ridiculed humanity. As far as... Read More

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February 23, 2013

Banky W meets Nollywood: SEE singer with Kate Henshaw, Rita Dominic, Uche Jumbo in Tinapa (PHOTOS)

by Chi Ibe EME boss and recording artiste, Banky W recently flew in th Tinapa, Cross River State to join actresses Rita Dominic, Kate Henshaw, Uche Jumbo and Funke Akindele who are shooting a docudrama for TV talk show host, Mo Abudu. According to reports, the short film will be debuted on Ebony TV and it’s about the plight of... Read More

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