2023: Funke Akindele Bids Nollywood Farewell, Says She Will Be Deputy Governor

Nollywood icon Funke Akindele is drawing the curtains on her film career as she is set to focus on her political journey.

In a recent interview with Deji Lambo, the screen goddess disclosed that her latest film, Battle on Buka Street is her last film project, adding that she will be the next deputy governor of Lagos State.

"A great change has happened positively if you noticed. From being an actor, I also write, produce, direct and discover new faces.

"So, I have passed the baton of production to the young people because I have moved into politics now.

Funke Akindele

"So, ‘Battle on Buka Street’ is like a farewell because I am going to be the next deputy governor of Lagos State.

"So, I am passing the baton to the new ones because we need to give them an opportunity.

"Yes, I will be in the background to advise and supervise them, but let them be the face, let us celebrate them, are you not tired of seeing old faces?", Akindele stated.

Sharing details of the movie, the actress disclosed that working with young people touched her life so whenever she can she supports them.

Akindele also added that Battle on Buka Street is a movie that celebrates Nigerian culture.

"I am excited about my new movie titled ‘Battle on Buka Street.’ A young guy called Jack owns the original story.

"The guy is a newbie in the entertainment industry and the talents we showcased on ‘Battle on Buka Street’ are young and fresh.

"Nollywood should get ready for the new faces.

"Working with young people has really touched my life; so, anytime I hear that they have something new to work on, I quickly jump on it and support them.

"The movie is about a family, the hustle and bustle in the family, the ups and downs, and the fiction.

"All I wanted to preach on ‘Battle on the Buka Street’ is to celebrate our culture, our food because I love African food so much, and to also celebrate oneness in the family, state and country."