Actress Funke Akindele has expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to empower 175 crew members who played pivotal roles in the production of her upcoming film, Everybody Loves Jenifa.
In an Instagram post shared on Tuesday, Funke posted behind-the-scenes photo with her team, commending their unwavering dedication and relentless hard work in bringing the movie to life.
The actress revealed that the film was entirely self-funded, and expressed pride in providing opportunities for a talented crew, noting that 95% of the team were young professionals showcasing their skills.
She also praised the seamless collaboration between Nigerian and Ghanaian crew members, reinforcing her commitment to nurturing the next generation and giving them the platform to excel in the industry.
She wrote, “Proud moment! I want to celebrate the incredible 175 crew members who worked tirelessly for nine weeks to bring Everybody Loves Jenifa to life!
“As a self-funded project, I’m honoured to have empowered a team of talented individuals, with 95% of them being young people, to showcase their skills.”
Funke further highlighted the importance of cross-border collaboration, giving a special shout-out to the Nigerian and Ghanaian crew members who worked together effortlessly.
“I believe in empowering the next generation and giving them opportunities to shine. And shine they did! Get ready for the movie’s release in December.”
Earlier in April, Funke announced that Everybody Loves Jenifa, a highly anticipated spinoff from her popular Jenifa franchise, is set to premiere in December.
