October 1: “I am not going to japa” – Funke Akindele declares as she counts her blessings in Nigeria
Veteran, multiple award-winning actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has shared her thoughts on the ongoing “japa” trend in the country.
On October 1st, 2024, marking Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, the actress took to Instagram to celebrate the nation’s progress.
Funke Akindele commended Nigerians for their resilience during these challenging times, expressing her deep faith that the country will thrive once again. She affirmed her decision not to relocate abroad in search of better opportunities.
As Nigeria’s highest-grossing producer, Akindele highlighted her achievements within the country, including empowering young people, producing a film with a crew of over 175 members, and successfully selling out her movie release.
Akindele acknowledges that Nigeria got her all these and many more and she will not be deserting the country during her hard times.
Sharing the beautiful speech on her official verified Instagram page, Funke declares that Nigeria is a place where talents thrive and opportunities abound.
“Happy Independence Day to my beloved Nigeria! We’ve weathered storms, but our spirit remains unbroken. I celebrate our resilience, creativity & hope. Envisioning a Nigeria where dreams flourish, talents thrive & opportunities abound. Let’s believe in a brighter tomorrow.”
