VIDEO: Actress Funke Akindele solicits support for evicted special-needs children in Lagos

Nollywood star Funke Akindele has stepped forward to champion the cause of 32 children with special needs who were tragically displaced from their therapy center in Yaba, Lagos. Following a court-ordered eviction from Magnificient Therapy Services, these vulnerable children, many of whom live with conditions such as autism, dyslexia, and cerebral palsy, found themselves homeless, with their belongings strewn outside the facility.

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This video was sent to me today, and honestly, it broke my heart. Seeing children living with autism, dyslexia, cerebral palsy and other special needs displaced and lying outside with their belongings is deeply upsetting.

Akindele took to social media to share the heartbreaking situation, expressing her deep distress after viewing a video of the displaced children. While clarifying that her intention is not to attack any party involved in the dispute, she aims to leverage her platform to mobilize crucial support for the children. "I have contributed in my own little way, and I’m appealing to anyone who can help in any way possible. No child deserves to be left helpless," she urged.

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This post is not to discredit or attack anyone involved. I simply want to use my platform to encourage support for these children during this difficult time. I have contributed in my own little way, and I’m appealing to anyone who can help in any way possible. No child deserves to be left helpless.

The Magnificient Therapy Services, established in 2010, had served as a vital refuge for children often excluded by society, providing specialized care and therapy. Its eviction after 16 years of operation has left a void, with temporary arrangements being made for some children while others were hastily taken home by parents. Akindele's appeal highlights the urgent need for community assistance to ensure these children receive the care and kindness they deserve during this profoundly difficult period.

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Please, whatever support you can give will go a long way. If you’re able to do more, kindly help them. Let’s show these children love, kindness, and humanity.