Nollywood star and humanitarian Funke Akindele has been appointed as a UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador for Nigeria. The partnership aims to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, reduce stigma, and improve access to testing, treatment, and care.
Funke expressed her commitment to the cause, stating, "I am deeply honored to have been appointed as @UNAIDS @UnaidsNigeria Goodwill Ambassador. I remain committed to using my voice and platform to support the global fight against HIV/AIDS. Let’s make a difference together and end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030."
This appointment is a full-circle moment for Funke, whose acting career began with the HIV/AIDS awareness show "I Need to Know." She brought her signature Jenifa energy to the announcement event, delivering a powerful and humorous speech that captivated the audience.