Funke Akindele accuses Eniola Badmus of using government money to fund her luxury lifestyle
Nollywood star Eniola Badmus has spoken up after a playful remark from fellow actress Funke Akindele went viral online.
The exchange, captured in a short clip making the rounds, showed Funke teasing her longtime friend about allegedly dipping into government funds to afford her expensive accessories.
The joke instantly became a talking point because of Badmus’ political appointment as the Special Assistant on Social Events and Public Hearing to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas.
In the clip, Funke Akindele, known for her quick humour and comic timing, threw a lighthearted jab at Badmus.
She said: “You used all the government money to buy jewellery.” Responding, Eniola Badmus denied ever using government funds for personal luxury.
She said: “Your money isn’t in my hands o please, I don’t know what you’re talking about. All I’m wearing is locally made. I used my money to buy them.”
The actress emphasised that every accessory she owns, including the jewellery and bags seen in the video, was fully paid for with her own hard-earned income. She added that her fashion choices promote Nigerian creativity, as most of her items are locally produced.
While the actresses themselves were clearly joking, the moment generated plenty of reactions online as fans debated the meaning behind the playful jab. Watch the video here:
Moment Funke jokingly accused Eniola Badmus of spending all government funds on jewellery. Eniola was quick to respond, laughingly dismissing the claim and insisting that no government money was in her possession and that she did not use it. 😂 pic.twitter.com/vYxRl2tDRM
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