Funke Akindele Tearfully Denies Allegations of Abandoning Jumoke Aderounmu

“Nollywood Star Funke Akindele Clears the Air on Allegations of Ignoring Jumoke Aderounmu”Funke Akindele, a renowned Nollywood actress and filmmaker, has addressed accusations of neglecting Jumoke Aderounmu during her illness before her unfortunate demise at the age of 40. Akindele, who collaborated with Aderounmu on the TV series ‘Jenifa’s Diary,’ expressed her grief on Instagram following Aderounmu’s passing.However, amidst the mourning, Aderounmu’s brother publicly criticized someone for mourning his sister on social media after allegedly ignoring her during her illness. Many speculated that the target was Akindele, leading to a wave of criticism on her Instagram page.Responding to the backlash during an Instagram live session, Akindele revealed her own struggles with depression and challenging times when Aderounmu fell ill. She clarified that she reached out to Aderounmu’s brother to express her condolences and explain her side of the story.Akindele emphasized that she had previously offered Aderounmu roles in her productions, paid her for her work, and respected her professionalism. She shared her belief in offering assistance privately without seeking attention. Akindele also recounted her own personal hardships, including the loss of her mother during the COVID-19 pandemic, political backlash, and the end of her marriage.In conclusion, Akindele urged for understanding and empathy, highlighting that everyone faces their own challenges and struggles.