Actress and film producer Iyabo Ojo has paid tribute to the late mother of her colleague, Funke Akindele, recalling how she cared for and protected her children, Festus and Priscilla, during a critical period in 2004.
Funke Akindele had earlier posted on Instagram to mark three years since her mother’s passing, sharing a heartfelt tribute in which she described her as a selfless queen whose teachings, knowledge, and discipline shaped her life and career.
In the post, Akindele expressed gratitude for the quality education her mother provided for her and her siblings, noting that the confidence and values she instilled continue to guide them.
She also pledged to keep making her mother proud through her conduct and achievements.
Reacting in the comment section, Iyabo Ojo affirmed Akindele’s tribute by sharing a personal account of the late woman’s compassion and professionalism.
Ojo recounted how the late doctor’s timely intervention, care, and prayers helped avert what could have been a tragic situation involving her children.
According to Ojo, Funke Akindele’s mother went beyond her medical responsibilities to ensure the safety and well-being of her children, offering reassurance at a moment marked by fear and uncertainty.
She further highlighted the late doctor’s spiritual depth, recalling her prayers and words of encouragement, which, she said, remained constant even during periods of disagreement between her and Akindele.
Ojo described her as a remarkable individual whose legacy of kindness, dedication, and faith left a lasting impression on those who encountered her.
She wrote, “A beautiful soul she was. I can never forget, back in 2004, how she treated Festus and Priscilla when they were little. I thought I’d lose them both, but she said, ‘No. Not on my watch.’ A great doctor she was and an even greater prayer warrior.
“Even though Funke and I fought countless times, she never stopped calling me, never stopped praying for me. She’d always say, ‘Emi o da si ija iwo ati ore re o. One day, e ma settle e. Omo mi nigbogbo yin.’ (My spirit will stand between you and your enemies. One day, it’ll settle. My child, I love you all.) She was indeed a mother to all. I will always love her. Rest on, mama”.
