Funke Akindele Addresses Her Husband's Birthday Party Amidst Lockdown

Popular Nigerian actress Funke Akindele and her husband JJC Skillz were on Sunday dragged by Nigerians on social media for hosting a birthday party at her home in Lagos.

It can be recalled that Funke’s husband JJC Skillz turned 43 yesterday and she had earlier wished him with sweet words on social media.

The couple hosted a house party alongside Naira Marley, Eniola Badmus and other notable faces.

The party held at her residence in Amen Estate, located in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, drew attention after being shared on social media.

Nigerians criticised the celebrity couple for hosting a large gathering despite the coronavirus lockdown in the state.

Reacting to this, the actress through her Twitter handle explained that the attendees of the social gathering were her crew members who have been staying in her apartment for over two weeks.

She tweeted: “Thanks for the love guys!!!! We all have been together for over two weeks. We are safe and take all precautions!!! #ameestate is home for all!!!”

Thanks for the love guys!!!! We all have been together for over two weeks. We are safe and take all precautions!!! #ameestate is home for all!!!

— funke Akindele Bello (@funkeakindele) April 5, 2020