Popular skit maker and actor Akinyoola Ayoola, better known as Kamo State, has explained why Nollywood actress Funke Akindele was absent from the premiere of his debut cinema film, Star Lomo.
Kamo State said Akindele could not attend the premiere because she was outside the country, dismissing speculation that her absence was linked to any disagreement between them.
The clarification followed reactions on social media after Akindele was absent from the film’s premiere in Lagos on Sunday, with some users questioning whether the actress and the actor were still on good terms.
In a statement shared on X on Monday, Kamo said the actress remained on good terms with him and urged the public not to read anything negative into her absence.
According to him, Akindele had discussed the premiere with him but was unable to attend because she was out of the country.
“She missed my premiere simply because she wasn’t in the country and nothing more to it, so please don’t assume otherwise,” he said.
Kamo added that Akindele had promised to support the film and appealed to members of the public to stop speculating about their personal relationship.
He said, “We’ve spoken about it, and she’s going to support this film. I’d appreciate it if our personal relationship isn’t speculated on. Let’s keep our focus on the film.”
Kamo’s relationship with Akindele became more prominent following the production and promotion of Everybody Loves Jenifa in 2024, after which the actor became closely associated with the actress.
He subsequently appeared in content shared by Akindele on social media, while the actress also publicly supported some of his projects.
Through their professional relationship, Kamo featured in projects including Aiyetoro Town Season 2, Behind The Scenes and Everybody Loves Jenifa.
The pair have also been seen together at various events, with Akindele regularly showing support for Kamo and his work.