A galaxy of Nollywood stars, entertainers, and admirers of the renowned actress Funke Akindele turned out in full force to celebrate her remarkable achievement as the reigning queen of box office movies.
In a grand event titled “A Toast To Funke Akindele” held on Wednesday night to commemorate her remarkable feat of grossing over a billion in cinemas, celebrities converged to honor the illustrious actress. The event, organized in collaboration with GAC Motor Nigeria and FilmOne Entertainment, saw the likes of Iyabo Ojo, Eniola Ajao, Sola Sobowale, Taaooma, Bisola Aiyeola, Groovy, Timini, Diadem, Adunni Ade, Yvonne Jegede, Simi Drey, Kehinde Bankole, Omowunmi Dada, the cast of A Tr!be Called Judah, and many more in attendance.
Videos circulating online captured the glamorous arrivals of the stars, each adorned in stunning outfits, showcasing their unwavering support for the esteemed Box Office Queen.
Notably, the presence of Iyabo Ojo at the event underscored a significant reconciliation between her and Funke Akindele, following years of strained relations. Their rift stemmed from a past incident where Iyabo publicly criticized Funke Akindele amidst a controversy involving Toyin Abraham’s movie, The Ghost and The Tout. However, recent gestures of mutual respect and camaraderie, including embracing and exchanging pleasantries at the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards season 8 in 2022, signaled a thawing of tensions between the two actresses.
Funke Akindele’s acknowledgment of the support she received from Iyabo Ojo and Sikiratu Sindodo during her early career days further emphasized the deep-rooted bond among colleagues in the industry. Despite past misunderstandings, their solidarity and camaraderie at the event showcased the spirit of unity and support within the Nollywood community.
