{
  "id": 2985170,
  "title": "Open more doors, nurture more talents, Funke Akindele says birthday prayer",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/open-more-doors-nurture-more-talents-funke-akindele-says-birthday-2985170",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-24T09:32:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/open-more-doors-nurture-more-talents-funke-akindele-says-birthday-prayer/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nollywood actress Funke Akindele celebrated her birthday by expressing gratitude to God and pledging to continue making a positive impact. In a social media post, Akindele thanked God for His faithfulness throughout different phases of her life, including her triumphs, errors, and challenges. She emphasized God as her \"strength and shield\" during every experience, even when she had fallen short. Her birthday wish was for good health, a long life, peace, and the ability to continue walking in purpose. Akindele also expressed her desire for her life and work to have a broader impact, aiming to open doors for others, nurture talents, and provide opportunities to reach their full potential. Born on August 24, 1977, Akindele emphasized that she would keep giving back and growing while inspiring others to pursue their dreams.",
  "summary": "Nollywood star Funke Akindele celebrates her birthday, expressing gratitude and praying to open more doors and nurture talents in the industry. Read More: https://punchng.com/open-more-doors-nurture-more-talents-funke-akindele-says-birthday-prayer/",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Open more doors, nurture more talents, Funke Akindele says birthday prayer",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/open-more-doors-nurture-more-talents-funke-akindele-says-birthday",
        "published": "2026-08-24T09:00:17.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}