Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has advised her fans not to let romance cause them to lose sight of who they are. She shared the message in a post on her verified X account on Thursday, drawing on the sacrifices that go into building a career.

She wrote that nothing is wrong with falling in love, but people should not lose themselves, adding that they should know their worth, stay focused and love themselves first.

In the post, Akindele reflected on the sleepless nights and hard work that go into building something from scratch before the accolades eventually arrive.

She warned that distractions come in different forms and can sometimes take the shape of love. She also said the advice was meant for herself as much as for her followers, noting that she was preaching to herself too.

The message drew quick reactions from fans, with some thanking her for the reminder and others joking about the timing of her advice. Several users agreed that love should not come at the cost of one’s goals, while others argued that people can fall in love and still keep their ambitions on track.

The theme is a familiar one for the actress. Her 2025 film, Finding Me, which she produced and directed, explored characters who realise they no longer recognise themselves after losing their identity to marriage, friendships and the pressure of always putting others first. Viewers who watched it widely discussed its message about self-worth and not losing oneself while trying to please others.