Funke Akindele sponsors videographer to study at London film academy

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Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has sponsored Nigerian videographer Jeffrey Oboh-Oshioke, popularly known as Juicyjeff, to pursue filmmaking studies at the London Film Academy in the United Kingdom, according to the videographer.

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Oboh-Oshioke, who creates behind-the-scenes and mobile videography content for Akindele, disclosed this in an Instagram post on Tuesday while announcing his arrival in London.

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He expressed gratitude to Akindele for supporting his filmmaking ambitions, describing the opportunity as a new chapter in his career.

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“My mummy, @funkejenifaakindele, out of her incredible generosity and genuine belief in me, has given me an opportunity I will never take for granted — to come to London and pursue my passion for filmmaking at the London Film Academy.

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“Mummy, thank you for seeing something in me, believing in my potential and using your heart to open this door for me.

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“Your support has moved this dream from a conversation to a real-life experience. Mummy, my God will bless and perfect all that concerns you in Jesus’ name. I will never take this for granted Ma,” he wrote.

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Sharing a video documenting his journey from Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos to Gatwick Airport in London, Oboh-Oshioke said the trip marked the beginning of a new phase in his filmmaking journey.

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He wrote, “So, this is not just another trip. It’s a new chapter, a new frame and definitely a bigger production!

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“From Lagos to London, the camera keeps rolling… and I’m grateful for every scene.

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“Now, enough talking…

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“London Film Academy… LEGGO!”

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Oboh-Oshioke is known for creating behind-the-scenes and mobile videography content around Akindele’s projects and activities.

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Akindele is currently in the United Kingdom, where she has been spending time following the unveiling of her latest project, The Four.

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The filmmaker has starred in and produced several Nollywood projects, including the Jenifa franchise, and has established herself as one of the prominent figures in Nigeria’s film industry.

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