Enioluwa frowns against the comparison between Funke Akindele and Taraji P Henson.

March 3, 2025

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Enioluwa frowns against the comparison between two superstars, Funke Akindele and Taraji P Henson.

Enioluwa Adeoluwa Prince, a Nigerian influencer has shared his thoughts on the comparison between Funke Akindele and US star, Taraji P Henson On his Twitter page, the influencer expressed his displeasure with the online debate and stated his reasons which has raised so many reactions from different individuals online.

Enioluwa’s post raised many opinion saying that he doesn’t understand the angle the comparison was made from.

It is widely known that these two movie stars have often been compared by fans on multiple occasions. Mnay have even claimed that Funke Akindele is he Nigerian version of Taraji.

Enioluwa took to his X page to share his candid feelings about the comparison between both actresses.

According to Enioluwa, he dislikes it when he sees comments about Funke Akindele being Taraji’s Nigerian version. Enioluwa also said that even though he admires the American actress, he doesn’t see the need to compare Nigerian stars to their foreign counterparts.

In his words: “I really don’t like seeing comments calling Aunty Funke the “Nigerian version of Taraji P. Henson.” As much as I love Taraji and admire her work, I don’t understand the constant need to compare our icons to Western figures. Funke Akindele is The Funke Akindele—an unstoppable box office record breaker. She’s not a version of anyone but herself.”

I really don’t like seeing comments calling Aunty Funke the “Nigerian version of Taraji P. Henson.” As much as I love Taraji and admire her work, I don’t understand the constant need to compare our icons to Western figures.
Funke Akindele is The Funke Akindele—an unstoppable box…
— Eni Adeoluwa (@Enioluwa_) March 3, 2025