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Funke Akindele's hustle: Juggling multiple jobs to survive at UNILAG
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2026-07-09 02:35   Cinema   14

Funke Akindele's hustle: Juggling multiple jobs to survive at UNILAG

Funke Akindele, a popular Nollywood producer, shared her struggles as a student at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), revealing she had to take on various odd jobs to survive.She admitted to doing nails, selling cakes, working as a makeup artist, costume designer, and even acting as a location manager for films.One painful experience involved a customer slapping her after being dissatisfied with her nail work.She explained how she learned the craft by observing others at Yaba, then started offering her services in the corridor.Akindele also mentioned selling bed space in the university, working behind the scenes in the film industry, and even sourcing filming locations.She emphasized her determination to hustle and survive, stating, 'I am a hustler.That is why I am firm.' Her story highlights the challenges of balancing academics with work, showcasing her resilience and creativity in making ends meet.

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