Funke Akindele church attendance reason revealed as actress says she now worships online due to unwanted attention during church services
Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has revealed why she no longer attends church physically, saying she now prefers to worship from home due to discomfort caused by constant attention from media crews during services.
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The Funke Akindele church attendance reason disclosure came in a video shared on Snapchat on Sunday morning, where the actress was seen preparing breakfast for her children before they headed to church.
Funke Akindele explained that church media teams often focus cameras on her whenever she attends services, a situation she described as distracting and uncomfortable.
“I don’t go to church anymore. Anytime I attend, they keep taking pictures of me. So I prefer to join online, make breakfast, and work on my projects,” she said.
The actress added that while her children still attend church physically, she chooses to remain at home where she can worship privately and focus on her professional commitments.
Her comments quickly generated reactions across social media, with fans expressing mixed views about her decision and the growing use of online worship among public figures.
Funke Akindele, one of Nollywood’s most prominent stars, noted that her choice was driven by a desire for peace and concentration rather than disengagement from religious practice.
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The revelation has sparked wider discussion about celebrity culture in places of worship and the balance between public visibility and personal devotion.
Victory Emmanuel is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
