Nigerian filmmaker and politician Olufunke Ayotunde Akindele popularly known as Funke Akindele has announced the demise of her mother.

According to sources, the actress’s mother passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, 7th February 2023.


The actress’s older sister, Olubunmi Akindele, broke the news on Tuesday evening on her official Instagram page.

The statement read, “It is with heavy hearts, but in total submission to God Almighty that the ADEBANJO and AKINDELE families announce the passing of their daughter, mother, grandmother and sister, DR. R B ADEBANJO-Akindele, which occurred on Tuesday 07 February 2023.”

“May her gentle soul begin its rest eternal in peace? Amen. Obsequies in honor of her passing shall be announced in due course.” She added.

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