Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele // ⓘ (born August 24, 1977) [2] [3] popularly known as Funke Akindele or Jenifa, [4] is a Nigerian filmmaker, actress, [5] director, producer, politician and realtor.

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Feb 28, 2022 · Funke Akindele started her acting career in 1998 at the age of 21, starring as “Bisi” in the United Nations Population Fund-sponsored sitcom”I Need to Know”. She starred in the sitcom from 1998 to 2002, playing the role of a curious but smart secondary school girl.

Jun 1, 2024 · Funke Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa, is a multifaceted Nigerian filmmaker, actress, director, producer, and politician. Her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a household name in Nollywood is nothing short of remarkable and serves as an inspiring story for both young and old.

Funke Akindele was born on 24 August 1976 in Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria. She is an actress and producer, known for Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020), Everybody Loves Jenifa (2024) and Jénífà (2008).

Jul 8, 2022 · Funke Akindele whose real, full name is Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele (born 24 August 1977) is a Nigerian Nollywood Actress, Movie Producer and Script Writer who is popularly known as Jenifa in the movie'Jenifa' and in 'Jenifa's Diary'.

Jan 16, 2025 · Funke Akindele, popularly known as Jenifa, is a multifaceted Nigerian filmmaker, actress, director, producer, and politician. Her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a household name in Nollywood is nothing short of remarkable and serves as an inspiring story for both young and old.

Dec 18, 2024 · When Funke Akindele conceived the fictitious character Jenifa in 2006, little did she know that she had created one character that will outlive all the characters she has ever played in her...

Sep 27, 2024 · From comedic brilliance to heart-wrenching drama, Funke Akindele’s top performances showcase her extraordinary range and why she remains a Nollywood powerhouse.

Jan 9, 2024 · From her debut on the Nigerian sitcom “I Need To Know” (1997 to 2002), Funke Akindele has undergone a remarkable transformation. Transitioning from a Yoruba Nollywood actress, she’s now a director and executive producer behind Nigeria’s highest-grossing films.