Funke Akindele, Wizkid express mutual respect on social media

Nigerian actress, Funke Akindele and foremost Afrobeats musician, Wizkid whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun have gone band for band on social media and netizens are relishing the moment.

Band for band is a colloquial term used among netizens. It’s a tongue-in-cheek for “matched energy”.

In a trending social media story, Nigerian entertainers, Wizkid and Funke Akindele are reflecting on their relationship from the years; both have come a long way as individuals and celebrities.

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Funke Akindele in 2011 featured on Wizkid’s single, “Pakurumo” off his debut studio album, Superstar. At the time, the video was one of the most popular in the Nigerian entertainment industry. Wizkid has since become a mainstream superstar, becoming a flagbearer for the Afrobeats music genre.

Furthering on their relationship, Wizkid also made a cameo in Funke Akindele’s blockbuster movie, Jenifa.

Taking to social media, both parties have shared photos and videos from over the years on their respective social media handles, showing respect and honor for their individual journeys.

Below are collaborations of both celebrities:

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