Funke Akindele sponsors videographer to study at London film academy

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has provided a significant boost to Nigerian videographer Jeffrey Oboh-Oshioke's career by sponsoring his studies at the prestigious London Film Academy.

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My mummy, @funkejenifaakindele, out of her incredible generosity and genuine belief in me, has given me an opportunity I will never take for granted, to come to London and pursue my passion for filmmaking at the London Film Academy.

Oboh-Oshioke, widely known as Juicyjeff, who has been creating behind-the-scenes and mobile videography content for Akindele, shared the news on Instagram, announcing his arrival in London. He expressed profound gratitude to Akindele for her "incredible generosity and genuine belief" in him, stating that the opportunity to pursue his filmmaking ambitions in London is a dream realized.

"Your support has moved this dream from a conversation to a real-life experience," Oboh-Oshioke wrote in his post. He described the sponsorship as a new chapter, a new frame, and a "bigger production" for his career. He shared a video documenting his journey from Lagos to London, emphasizing the transformative nature of this experience.

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Mummy, thank you for seeing something in me, believing in my potential and using your heart to open this door for me. Your support has moved this dream from a conversation to a real-life experience.

Akindele, a prominent figure in Nigeria's film industry known for projects like the Jenifa franchise, is currently in the UK following the unveiling of her latest project, "The Four." This sponsorship highlights her commitment to nurturing emerging talent within the Nigerian creative sector.

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So, this is not just another trip. It’s a new chapter, a new frame and definitely a bigger production! From Lagos to London, the camera keeps rolling… and I’m grateful for every scene.