Funke Akindele Named Brand Ambassador for MonieWorld in Partnership with MoniePoint Inc

Funke Akindele, an award-winning Nollywood filmmaker and actress, has been named the brand ambassador for MonieWorld, a remittance platform owned by Nigerian fintech company MoniePoint Inc. The partnership aims to connect Nigerians living abroad with fast, secure, and affordable financial services.

MonieWorld, launched in April 2025, has quickly gained attention for its speed and reliability in handling financial transactions. Akindele, with a career spanning two decades, has received multiple awards in the Nigerian film industry, including the Africa Magic Viewer's Choice Award (AMVCA).

She made history in 2025 when her film surpassed 2 billion at the West African box office, breaking records in the UK and Ireland. Akindele's career earnings exceed 4.7 billion, and she has been recognized by the Hollywood Reporter as one of the most influential women in international film.

Akindele expressed excitement about joining the MonieWorld family, emphasizing her belief in growth rooted in hard work and reliability. Dolapo Omotoso, the Head of Growth at MonieWorld, highlighted the platform's aim to support Nigerians living far from home in various aspects of their lives.