I am a feminist but I don’t support women disrespecting their husbands —Funke Akindele

Sultry Nollywood actress Funke Akindele has openly identified as a feminist but she also declared that she is against the idea of women disrespecting their husbands.

The mother of two, who revealed her stance during an interview with skitmaker Kamo State and his wife, stated that she believes that women are not the weaker s3x or vessel.

She also added during the question and answer session with the skitmaker that men are supposed to treat women with respect and not also feel that women belong to the kitchen.

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The actress asserts that women should ensure they have and safeguard their economic power because they are strong, fearless, and crucial to their husbands’ ability to support them.

She said, “I’m a feminist, but I do not support a woman disrespecting her husband. Do what is right.

“I believe that we are not the weaker sex or vessel. Men are supposed to treat us specially and respect us. Men should not also feel that a woman belongs to the kitchen and can be talked to anyhow.

“We women are strong and bold. Also, our economic power is important; that is why we should make sure we have the power and protect it so we can support our husbands.”

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