In a recent interview with Arise TV, Nollywood actress and producer Funke Akindele emphasized the importance of creating and consuming positive content online, rather than focusing solely on flaunting bodies and luxurious lifestyles. raised concerns about the growing “baddies” trend among women on social media.
She expressed her worries about ladies who prioritize superficial displays over showcasing their talents and intellectual contributions. “A baddie without showcasing what you have upstairs? We need to know what positive content you are producing that people would be proud of,” she said. “Even if you are a dancer, what else do you have to offer?”
Akindele stressed that content creators should aim to pass meaningful messages to their audience beyond mere entertainment. She advised fans to be mindful of the content they consume, warning against believing everything seen on social media. “I enjoy watching beautiful content, but you have to watch what you churn out,” she said. “You need to focus on your brand and what you want people to learn from you. Influence lives positively with the content you create.”
In the same interview, Akindele also urged women to embrace entrepreneurship and self-reliance, highlighting that success does not have to come from depending on men. She encouraged young ladies to start small and be content with their progress while staying focused on their goals.
“Whatever you have, just start something. Move. Don’t wait for the big opportunity. Even if it’s a petty business, just start something,” Akindele advised. She pointed to successful women like Folorunsho Alakija as examples of what women can achieve through hard work and determination. “Who says women can’t make money? You don’t have to rely on a man to make it.”
She shared her own experience of starting small and gradually working her way up. “I used to buy my handbags from ‘bend down select.’ I would wash and iron them and slay with them. Just believe in yourself,” she said. Akindele also warned against envy and living beyond one’s means, urging young women to avoid toxic influences and negative content.
“It’s what you feed yourself with that matters. If you feed yourself with negativity, you will believe you can’t do it because you’re not pretty enough,” she concluded.
Akindele’s message is clear: success comes from hard work, self-belief, and a focus on positive and meaningful content.
