Nollywood actor Jide Awobona has stepped forward to support his fellow actress, Funke Akindele, in response to accusations made by Jumoke's brother, labeling her as hypocritical.

Previously, Funke Akindele, renowned for her role in "Jenifa's Diary" at the age of 40, faced public criticism from her late friend Jumoke Aderounmu's brother following her passing.

Jumoke Aderounmu's brother publicly criticized Funke Akindele shortly after she expressed condolences online for her friend's death.

Jide Awobona countered the claims made by the deceased actress' brother, denying allegations that Funke Akindele had neglected Jumoke during her illness.

“I really don’t feel like saying anything about this but I need to let the world know that Aunty Funke called me to ask of Jumoke because she knows we were cool. She insisted I call her to be sure she was fine. I did, we spoke at length and I complained about her isolating herself. May her soul Rest In Peace and May God forgive us all.”

May God have mercy on the deceased.