Funke Akindele, Nollywood powerhouse and award-winning filmmaker, has added another feather to her cap with a new ambassadorial partnership with MonieWorld, a product of Moniepoint Inc. The collaboration highlights her influence not just in film, but in shaping opportunities for Nigerians at home and abroad.
“I am thrilled to join the MonieWorld family,” Funke shared. “I’ve always believed in growth rooted in hard work and reliability. MonieWorld shares those values, ensuring that distance is never a barrier to progress.” She added that the partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering Nigerians in the diaspora, providing them with tools to build their lives wherever they are.
Ravi Jakhodia, CEO of MonieWorld, praised the actress for embodying the company’s vision. “Funke Akindele represents ambition, credibility, and connection to community. Her career mirrors the principles we built MonieWorld on. From breaking records in Nigeria to making history in the UK and Ireland, she shows that excellence transcends borders.”
The collaboration underscores a shared belief that progress is a journey, not a destination, supported by seamless financial access to home. Funke’s influence in African cinema is unmatched. With ten AMVCA wins, she has reshaped Nollywood’s commercial landscape. Her 2025 blockbuster, Behind the Scenes, became the first Nollywood film to surpass N2 billion at the West African box office and also set records as the highest-grossing Nollywood title in the UK and Ireland. With cumulative career earnings exceeding N4.7 billion, Funke has earned recognition from The Hollywood Reporter as one of the “Most Influential Women in International Film,” solidifying her reputation as the “Queen of the Box Office.”
This partnership positions Funke Akindele and MonieWorld as a dynamic duo, championing growth, opportunity, and global connection for Nigerians everywhere.
