.jpg "Funke Akindele got married to Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, on August 23, 2016. JJC Skillz is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and record producer. The couple had a private wedding ceremony in London, United Kingdom, which was attended by close family and friends. They have since been happily married and have welcomed children together. Prior to her marriage to JJC Skillz, Funke Akindele was previously married to Kehinde Oloyede in May 2012, but the marriage ended in divorce in July 2013.")
ABOUT FUNKE AKINDELE
Funke Akindele is a Nigerian actress, producer, and screenwriter. She was born on August 24, 1977, in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. Akindele is one of the most popular and successful actresses in Nigeria's film industry, also known as Nollywood.
Akindele gained popularity in 2009 for her role as Jenifa in the movie "Jenifa". The film won her the Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in 2009. She has since starred in several Nollywood movies, including "Maami", "The Return of Jenifa", "Isoken", "Omo Ghetto", and many others.
In addition to acting, Funke Akindele is also a producer and has produced many popular movies and TV series, including "Jenifa's Diary", "Industreet", "Omo Ghetto: The Saga", and "Your Excellency". She is also a screenwriter and has written several scripts for movies and TV shows.
Funke Akindele is married to Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, a Nigerian singer and music producer. They got married in 2016 and have two children together.
Aside from her acting and production career, Funke Akindele is also known for her philanthropic work. She has a foundation called the Jenifa Foundation, which focuses on empowering youth and women in Nigeria.
.jpg "Funke Akindele got married to Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, on August 23, 2016. JJC Skillz is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and record producer. The couple had a private wedding ceremony in London, United Kingdom, which was attended by close family and friends. They have since been happily married and have welcomed children together. Prior to her marriage to JJC Skillz, Funke Akindele was previously married to Kehinde Oloyede in May 2012, but the marriage ended in divorce in July 2013.")
FUNKE AKINDELE {JENIFA} AWARDS
Funke Akindele has won numerous awards for her outstanding contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry. Here are some of the major awards she has won:
- Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for "Jenifa" (2009)
- Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best Actress (2012)
- Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best Actress (TV Series) for "Jenifa's Diary" (2016, 2017, 2018)
- Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Award for Best Actress in a Comedy for "Jenifa's Diary" (2017)
- City People Movie Award for Best Actress of the Year (English) for "A Trip to Jamaica" (2017)
- Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Trailblazer Award (2018)
In addition to these awards, Funke Akindele has been nominated for many other awards for her work in the entertainment industry.
.jpg "Funke Akindele got married to Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, on August 23, 2016. JJC Skillz is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and record producer. The couple had a private wedding ceremony in London, United Kingdom, which was attended by close family and friends. They have since been happily married and have welcomed children together. Prior to her marriage to JJC Skillz, Funke Akindele was previously married to Kehinde Oloyede in May 2012, but the marriage ended in divorce in July 2013.")
HER EDUCATION
Funke Akindele, also known as Funke Akindele-Bello, is a Nigerian actress, producer, and director. She was born on August 24, 1977, in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria.
Funke Akindele attended Ogun State Polytechnic (now Moshood Abiola Polytechnic) where she obtained an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Mass Communication. She later proceeded to the University of Lagos where she obtained a degree in Law (LLB).
In addition to her formal education, Funke Akindele has also undergone training in acting and filmmaking. She has attended various acting and filmmaking workshops both locally and internationally, including the Pan African Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO) in Burkina Faso and the New York Film Academy in the United States.
.jpg "Funke Akindele got married to Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, on August 23, 2016. JJC Skillz is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and record producer. The couple had a private wedding ceremony in London, United Kingdom, which was attended by close family and friends. They have since been happily married and have welcomed children together. Prior to her marriage to JJC Skillz, Funke Akindele was previously married to Kehinde Oloyede in May 2012, but the marriage ended in divorce in July 2013.")
MARRIAGE
Funke Akindele got married to Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, on August 23, 2016. JJC Skillz is a Nigerian rapper, songwriter, and record producer.
The couple had a private wedding ceremony in London, United Kingdom, which was attended by close family and friends. They have since been happily married and have welcomed children together.
Prior to her marriage to JJC Skillz, Funke Akindele was previously married to Kehinde Oloyede in May 2012, but the marriage ended in divorce in July 2013.