- Nigerian filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele is celebrating her senior colleague, Patience Ozokwo, on her birthday
- Taking to Instagram to share a clip of the veteran on the set of Everybody Loves Jenifa, she expressed gratitude for her motherly support
- Funke commended her for her wisdom and discipline, as well as the many lives she has touched, prompting many to react online
Nollywood movie star Funke Akindele has taken to social media to celebrate veteran actress Patience Ozokwo, fondly known as Mama G, on her birthday.
In a touching Instagram post, Funke praised Mama G for her legendary contributions to the Nigerian film industry.
Funke Akindele opens up emotionally in heartfelt tribute to Patience Ozokwo.
Credit: @patienceozokwo, @funkejenifaakindeleSource: Instagram
The box office queen also highlighted the personal impact she’s had on her life and career.
She wrote:
“Happy Birthday Mummy @patienceozokwo Thank you for your motherly support throughout #everybodylovesjenifa, for your wisdom, discipline and the many lives you’ve touched through your craft and your heart.
“You are a true legend and a blessing to our industry. May God continue to bless you with good health, joy and long life in Jesus name Amen.”
See her post below:
TheTalk.NG earlier reported that Funke Akindele was emotional as she celebrated her best friend, Iyabo Ojo, and her daughter, Priscilla, who recently welcomed a baby boy.
The brand influencer, who had welcomed her own bundle of joy a few days earlier, shared a heartwarming picture of the mother and baby online.
Many have since been congratulating the mother and grandmother over the good news
In her post, Akindele disclosed that Priscilla’s baby was born on her birthday and described it as perfect timing.
The mother of two expressed that the birth of the baby was a testament to God’s sweetness and prayed that their joy would forever be sealed in their hearts.
Funke Akindele’s message to Patience Ozokwo leaves many emotional.
Credit: @patienceozokwoSource: Instagram
Netizens celebrate Mama G
The post was met with love and appreciation from fans and fellow celebs, many of whom echoed Funke’s feelings and paid tribute to the Nollywood star.
TheTalk.NG compiled the reactions below:
patienceozokwo said:
“Thank you my dear and amen to your prayers 🙏🏾 ❤️.”
maybelliano said:
“Mama G, thank you for a memorable childhood. I think you’re extremely beautiful, growing up, I use to wish you were my mom.”
_boluuuuuu said:
“Omg! This is so beautiful, I didn’t even know that I share a date with a legend😍 Happy Birthday To you Grandma😍 We love and wish you a happy and blissful life ahead.”
gina.allename said:
“Happy birthday to the Great Mama G for General 🙌🙌🙌🥳🥳🥳. Chukwu Gozie Gi 👏👏👏. We love you ma ❤️❤️.”
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olayiwolafolake said:
“Happy Birthday Ma’am 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊 ❤️🙌.”
sir_moxie2 said:
“Happy birthday Mummy❤️.”
adebambo_olubambi said:
“Anty Funke is worth everything mama said. Happy birthday Mama G😍.”
kitchenmall.ilr said;
“Happy birthday mama😍😍.”
fearlessbabylulu said:
“Happy blessed birthday sweet mother! Luvuuuuuuuuuu scaraaaaaaaaa 😘🎉🎂🍾🥂.”
Funke Akindele reacts to criticism
Meanwhile, TheTalk.NG had reported that Funke Akindele shared a video where she was praying seriously in the Yoruba language.
She was on a movie location with her cast and crew when she decided to pray about her project.
Funke Akindele also went against all the forces that would not allow the project to be a success. However, a fan scolded her for it.
Source: TheTalk.NG
