Nollywood actress and box office queen, Funke Akindele, has finally addressed the viral claims made by comic actor Ijoba Lande about being underpaid for a movie role.
The acclaimed filmmaker spoke candidly in an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, shedding light not just on the allegation but also on the heavy personal challenges she's been facing lately.
"I Don’t Know Him" – Funke Akindele Clears the Air
The controversy began when Ijoba Lande, real name Ganiyu Kehinde, claimed he was paid just N90,000 after working on a movie set for a month under Akindele’s production.
In response, Akindele said:
“Do I know this person? No. This person came to act in my movie, got paid, and left. Why are you accusing me of something I didn’t do wrong?”
She firmly stated that she had no personal connection with Lande and only interacted with him professionally.
“I Broke Down for Weeks” – Funke Akindele Gets Emotional
Beyond the professional aspect, Funke revealed the emotional toll the allegation took on her. She opened up about a storm of personal issues:
🔹The loss of her mother
🔹Her failed marriage
🔹Losing the Lagos State Governorship bid
🔹Raising her children as a single mom
“Do you know what I’m going through? I cried. I broke down for weeks,” she shared during the emotional session.
Ijoba Lande Apologizes and Clarifies Payment
In a surprising turn, Ijoba Lande has apologized publicly to Funke Akindele, stating that he mistakenly quoted the wrong amount. He admitted he was actually paid N190,000, not N90,000.
✅ Watch the full video interview here
A Lesson in Grace and Accountability
This incident not only highlights how quickly misinformation spreads but also showcases Funke Akindele’s resilience in the face of adversity. Her story is a reminder that public figures are human too, juggling personal pain behind the spotlight.
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