Jenifa’s Diary Stars Defend Funke Akindele Amid Backlash Over Adejumoke Aderounmu’s Death

  • Adaku and Jide Awobona, co-stars from Jenifa’s Diary, stand up for Funke Akindele
  • They refute claims that Akindele failed to reach out to late actress Adejumoke Aderounmu
  • Awobona reveals Akindele had contacted him to check on Aderounmu before her passing

Eko Hot Blog reports that in the wake of the sudden passing of actress Adejumoke Aderounmu, popularly known for her role in the hit series Jenifa’s Diary, her co-stars have come forward to defend Funke Akindele, the show’s creator, against accusations of neglect.

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As reported by Naija News, Aderounmu’s brother had criticized Akindele for not reaching out to his sister, unlike other Nollywood stars. However, Adaku and Jide Awobona, fellow Jenifa’s Diary actors, have refuted these claims.

Adaku expressed her displeasure with people “taking sides on the matter despite not having the full details,” while Awobona revealed that Akindele had contacted him to check on Aderounmu, who was reportedly isolating herself.

Jenifa's Diary Stars Defend Funke Akindele Amid Backlash Over Adejumoke Aderounmu's Death

As quoted in the source, Awobona stated, “I really don’t feel like saying anything about this but I need to let the world know that Aunty Funke actually called me to ask of Jumoke because she knows we were cool. She insisted I call her to be sure she is fine.”

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This display of solidarity from Jenifa’s Diary stars underscores the importance of understanding the complexities of such situations and not rushing to judgment without all the facts.

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