CITIZENS COMPASS- NOLLYWOOD actress Funke Akindele has shared her experiences about the 2023 general elections in Nigeria particularly the gubernatorial elections on Saturday, March 18, 2023.
In a message shared on her Instagram page, she expressed gratitude to everyone who supported her during her campaign and appreciated the lessons she learned throughout the process.
Akindele also thanked the people of Lagos state for their support and encouragement, both online and offline. She acknowledged that the election did not go as planned but said she was proud of the campaign she ran and the fight she put up.
The actress urged Nigerians to remain engaged and involved in the political process, despite any frustrations they may feel. She encouraged them to speak up and make their voices heard, emphasizing that change can only come through active participation.
She wrote:
“It has been an amazing and insightful experience on my journey to the ballot, and I must say, it was an absolute learning curve for me. A lot of things have been learned and unlearned. I sincerely do not regret taking this huge step of running for office.
‘“I, therefore, want to thank the people of Lagos state for believing in me and supporting my decision to run for office. I saw every message of support online and offline, I heard of all the places where people supported me and challenged those who tried to discredit me. I remember every warm welcome during our campaign tour and the faith you all showed in me. The elections might not have panned out in the way we hoped, but it was an honourable run for us. We fought a good fight indeed as a matter of fact.
“I also want to encourage all who mean well for the Nation and the state of Lagos not to give up. I understand that some of us are beginning to develop some sort of apathy towards the system, however, if we do not speak, we would never be heard. I’m glad that we could at least speak up.
“Thank you once again, Lagos, for showing your daughter support. As I consider my next moves in life, I will continue prioritizing the good of the people and the integrity of my position as an advocate for the people. Eko oni baje!”
Citizens Compass reports that earlier Funke Akindele was reported to have pulled down on political materials from her Instagram page following her election loss.
