[p]In a long-awaited reconciliation, Nollywood actress Juliana Olayode extends a heartfelt apology to her senior colleague Funke Akindele after a fallout that lasted for over six years. The dispute between the two actresses originated in 2017 when Juliana appeared in Funke Akindele's renowned series, "Jenifa's Diary."
[p]Taking to Instagram, Juliana Olayode reflects on her rapid rise to fame after starring in Funke Akindele's movie and acknowledges the instrumental role Funke played in propelling her into the limelight. Overwhelmed by her newfound celebrity status, Juliana admits that her lack of understanding about the entertainment industry, coupled with the influence of a misguided manager, led to her erratic behavior. She reveals that her manager sent an email to Funke Akindele's production company behind her back, which further exacerbated their fallout.
[p]While Juliana had previously reached out to Funke Akindele privately to apologize and reconcile, she believes it is essential to publicly express her remorse. In a touching Instagram post, Juliana sincerely apologizes to Funke, acknowledging her past mistakes and seeking forgiveness for the pain she caused. She emphasizes her gratitude for the opportunities Funke provided and their shared experiences. Juliana concludes by expressing her eternal love for Funke Akindele, stating that the good days are back and hinting at an exciting future together.
[/p][p]Note: Juliana emphasizes that her intention is not to seek public assistance in begging for forgiveness but rather to make the reconciliation official. She assures that she has already met Funke Akindele, who has forgiven her, embraced her warmly, offered prayers, and even cooked her favorite meals like they used to share in the past. Juliana fondly refers to Funke as her forever "baby" and describes her as a kind and sweet soul. She expresses her love and gratitude to her fans and followers for their support throughout this journey.
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