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4 memorable Funke Akindele roles that made fans fall in love with her


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Popular Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele turns 39today, August 24, 2016, and to celebrate her,here are 4 of her most memorable roles. See them below:
1. Jenifa the movie and Jenifa’s Diary


Her most famous role till date, Funke is still milking the popularity of this character till date hence the Jenifa’s Diary series. A comedy about a village wannabe who moves to the city and her antics in the university, Funke won the Africa Movie Academy Award (AMVCA) for Best Actress in a Leading Role in 2009 based on her performance in the role.
2. Maami
Based on a novel written by Femi Osofisan, Maami is a 2011 Nigerian drama film produced and directed by the legendary Tunde Kelani. The film saw Funke Akindele in the title role as Maami along with Wole Ojo and Olumide Bakare. Funke’s performance in this movie was met with stellar reviews. Till date, I still wonder how she got the strength and will to play this role. She really outdid
3. I Need To Know

The role that introduced a young Funke to movie lovers all over Nigeria, the United Nations Population Fund sponsored series I Need To Know  saw Funke star as Bisi; a curious but highly intelligent secondary school student.herself on this one.4. Omo Ghetto


Probably the first time she played a twin, Omo Ghetto was a Yoruba Nollywood film that chronicled the adventures of Funke as Taiye a full blown ghetto child and Kehinde a spoilt ‘butty’ child. The film also featured Eniola Badmus, Adebayo Salami.
Which role did Funke Akindele ‘blow’ your mind in? let us know in the comment section. And also, Happy birthday Funke from me viritian andy.



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