Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode has expressed deep admiration for her senior colleague, Funke Akindele, describing her as a mother figure who has profoundly impacted her life.
During a recent interview on the Oyinmomo Podcast, Juliana praised Funke’s exceptional qualities, stating: “There are various types of women, but not everybody qualifies to be called a mother. Aunty Funke is also a workaholic. She doesn’t joke with her work. She’s also a goal-getter. She makes sure she gets the best out of every project.”
Beyond Funke’s strong work ethic and dedication to excellence, Juliana recounted a touching story of how Funke once emptied her bank account to fund urgent medical treatment for Juliana’s mother, an act of kindness she will never forget.
These experiences, Juliana emphasized, have cemented Funke Akindele’s place in her life as more than just a mentor or colleague, but as a guiding force filled with love, support, and selflessness.
