‘Battle on Buka Street’ Is a farewell; I’ll Be Lagos Next Deputy Governor – Funke Akindele
In an interview with Punch, well-known actress Funke Adekunle talks about her latest movie, “Battle on Abuja Street,” which she calls her “farewell project” before going into politics.
On Sunday, December 11th, all roads led to the Filmhouse Cinemas, the Landmark event center, and Oniru Lagos for the official premiere of the film.
Colleagues such as Iyabo Ojo, Sola Sobowale, Mercy Johnson Okojie, Nkechi Blessing Sunday, and Femi Adebayo, among others, showed up to show their support for one of their own.
The actress stated that working with young people has had a profound impact on her life and that she is always willing to assist them.
She said: “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”
According to Funke Akindele, ‘Battle on Buka Street’ is like a farewell to Nollywood because she is going to 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. “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?” She said.
