Dakore Akande Quotes

Awards are good for everybody because it is an acknowledgment for a job well done. It is great that we have those platforms where we can appreciate each other’s works.

That notion that a woman cannot have it all is an old one. The world has changed as women can have families and successful careers.

I think any woman who wants to have this full life should make sure they have a great team because team world makes a dream work.

Women have changed the narrative. It is already happening because we have so many powerful women doing amazing things. And they are not waiting for anybody as they are going out there to get it. Sisters are doing it for themselves and I am very proud of the women we are coming up with. There has been an emphasis on raising a girl child. Now the women are so solid. I feel the next generation should change the way we raise our kids because the roles have changed. Time has changed now that women are now more educated. For me, everyone has a purpose and that purpose should be fulfilled.

Sadly once they realize hating isn’t working they start telling lies

The knowledge that I’m using the gift God gave me, and being a voice for women. That’s what drives me.

I have no problem being fabulous. But being famous, you know, is a double-edged sword. It is a by-product of what we do. I never set out to be famous when I started out on this journey. I just wanted to be the best actress that I could be. It is always a struggle trying to deal with it and balance it. It was quite overwhelming at that time when you have a lot of people saying all sorts of negative thing

God created all of us with a purpose which we must honour and take seriously. That’s your essence and without that, you’re not truly fulfilled

motherhood is awesome and challenging but it completes me.

I’ve been putting one foot in front of the other. I have just been staying hungry like I haven’t achieved anything. I love to push myself and also love challenges. I don’t want to be bored. I want to keep encouraging my children and other people who look up to me

We put a lot of work, passion, love and energy into what we do as actors. And to get that positive reinforcement and feedback was overwhelming because it is every actor’s dream to get recognition.

I am full of gratitude to God for preserving my life for bringing me through many ups and downs. I have been nothing short of success.

When you have elders that can give you direction and guide, it is always great.

Being a career woman is great and I was lucky to have some success at it.

Let them say; elenu lo lenu’. Again, this is what comes with life. Even if you are not famous people will talk about you. For me, I always tell people the best thing is to remain focused and don’t listen to the noise of the market