Funke Akindele: Nollywood Actress, Unveiled As IROKO TV Ambassador

Delectable actress, Funke Akindele has been appointed the brand ambassador to Nollywood television channel on StarTimes Pay TV, iRokoPlus. The thespian was announced a brand ambassador during the official relaunch of IrokoPlus as iRokoWorld.


Speaking on the rationale behind the rebranding and selection of Funke Akindele beter known as ‘Jenifa’ as a brand ambassador, Uloma Onuma, Head of Legal and Distribution, iROKO, said the new developments were borne out of relentless commitment and resolve to offer more for Nigerian movie lovers.

“Our choice of Funke Akindele was because she has proven to be not just a multi-talented award-winning actress, but an inspirational character that excites many Nigerians with her educative and interesting movies as well as her comic character Jenifa.”

“Akindele’s rich credentials in Nigerian entertainment industry can add value to the quality service iRokoWorld TV offers to Nigerians, and choosing her as a Brand Ambassador was part of rebranding packages to make iRokoWorld TV a household name in Nigeria and taking Nollywood to everywhere,” she added.