Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele is celebrating the posthumous birthday of her mother.
Taking to her Instagram page to share a clip of her late mother, she told her that she is working hard to build a life that makes her proud. She added that she is prioritising her well-being, just as her late mother advised her, and she is striving to live each day with purpose and joy.
Funke assured her that everyone is thriving, growing, and filled with love and curiosity. The award-winning filmmaker told her mother to keep resting in perfect peace.
“Happy heavenly Birthday to my darling mother!!!
Iya Bunmi, I want you to know that I’m working hard to build a life that makes you proud. As you advised, I’m prioritising my well-being and striving to live each day with purpose and joy.
Sister, Papa, Mama and I are thriving, and your grandchildren are growing, filled with love and curiosity. They always talk about you and pray for your soul
Keep resting in perfect peace, Mum. Your love and legacy will forever be in our hearts”.
Kemi Filani reported on the 7th of February, 2023, that Funke and her siblings lost their mother. The siblings reported her death on Instagram, submitting to God’s will.
In remembrance of her mother, one February, Funke shared sweet memories she had of her mother, as she spoke about how her mother’s death still felt like a dream after two years. She wrote about missing her darling mother and wished her peace.
On her mother’s 70th posthumous birthday last year, the beautiful actress appreciated her mother’s selflessness, love and support that has been the driving force of her career. She vowed to continue to uphold her mother’s value and make her proud.
