Mother of PDP deputy governorship candidate and Nollywood actress Funke Akindele, Dr. R.B. Adebanjo-Akindele, passed away recently.
On behalf of the families of Adebanjo and Akindele, Funke’s sister Olubunmi Akindele posted the news of her passing on her Instagram page on Tuesday evening.
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She wrote: “It is with heavy hearts, but in total submission to God Almighty that the ADEBANJO and AKINDELE families announce the passing of their daughter, mother, grandmother and sister, DR. R B ADEBANJO-Akindele,which occurred on Tuesday 07 February, 2023.
“May her gentle soul begin its rest eternal in peace. Amen. Obsequies in honour of her passing shall be announced in due course,” she said.