Nigerian dancer Kaffy Shafau is singing the praises of Funke Akindele and Morayo Afolabi Brown.
While sharing photos of herself with the women at the just concluded Wema Bank IWD, Kaffy described them as remarkable women.
She said Funke is someone she holds in deep respect, as over the years she has watched her continue to push boundaries in an industry that was once heavily male-dominated. She praised her for breaking records, raising standards, and reminding the industry that authenticity and audacity can coexist.
Kaffy also sang the praises of Morayo Brown, noting how she has remained a strong and steady voice in media and journalism. She praised her for holding her ground with grace and intelligence, creating space for meaningful conversations and perspectives that continue to shape public discourse.
“I had the pleasure of listening to two remarkable women in conversation; Funke Akindele @funkejenifaakindele and Morayo Brown @morayobrown, and it was such a powerful moment to witness.
Funke is someone I hold with deep respect. Over the years, I have watched her continue to push boundaries in an industry that was once heavily male-dominated. Through her work, her boldness, and her unwavering commitment to her craft, she has helped reshape the landscape of African storytelling and cinema distribution. She has proven time and time again that excellence has no ceiling — breaking records, raising standards, and reminding the industry that authenticity and audacity can coexist.
Morayo Brown, on the other hand, has remained a strong and steady voice in media and journalism. She has held her ground with grace and intelligence, creating space for meaningful conversations and perspectives that continue to shape public discourse.
Watching the fireside chat between these two women was inspiring, not just because of their achievements, but also because of the strength, resilience, and authenticity they both bring to their journeys.
Celebrating women like this is important not just for their accomplishments, but for the courage it takes to stay the course despite the storms that come with visibility and leadership.
Giving these incredible women their flowers today.
Well done, sisters.
@wemabank IWD EVENT”.
