In a candid interview, Nollywood star Funke Akindele opened up about her struggles as a single mother, calling out her estranged husband, JJC Skillz, for neglecting his parental duties. The actress, known for her role in Jenifa’s Diary, shared her frustrations about raising their twin children on her own since their separation in 2022.
Funke and JJC Skillz, who married in 2016, welcomed twins in 2018, but things took a turn in June 2022 when JJC Skillz announced their split. Despite his claims of unresolved matters, including custody issues, Funke has taken on the full responsibility of raising their kids.
During an emotional interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Funke revealed the toll this situation has taken on her mental health. She opened up about the depression she battled following her mother’s death and the added pressure of dealing with personal struggles amid the intense spotlight of the 2023 elections.
Funke’s raw honesty has sparked widespread reactions online, with many fans rallying behind her. The actress is proving that no matter the challenges, she’s committed to being a strong and loving mother to her children.
She said: “I do not like to mourn. I remember when my mom passed on, I just wanted to get out of it quickly. I like to get out of the situation quickly. I do not allow myself to break down, and it affected me after my mom’s death. And I almost died.
“My heart was aching and something happened online. For the first time I took my phone, I went live on social media and I’m like, you all should leave me alone. Do I know this person? No, this person came to act in my movie, got paid, and left. Why are you accusing me of something I didn’t do wrong?
“Do you know what I’m going through? I lost my mum, my marriage fell apart, I lost in politics, I have to get back to work, I have to earn a living. I have children I’m raising alone and you are stressing me. So, for the first time, I cried. I broke down for weeks.”
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