Oluwafunmike Abdulazeez
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Oluwafunmike Abdulazeez, who is also known as Funkie, is a professional Make-Up Artist and facilitator. She holds a Master’s degree in Management (Finance and Accounting).
She was born and educated in Offa, Kwara State, Nigeria – where her leadership qualities were identified early. In Primary School she was appointed Social Prefect in Year 5, and the Ameera (Islamic Woman Leader) in her third year of Senior Secondary School.
Almost seven years ago, she started her first business when she was 20years old. During a break between finishing Secondary School and gaining admission to University, Oluwafunmike wrote her first ever SMS book which was sold in various States in Nigeria.
Oluwafunmike Abdulazeez
Oluwafunmike Abdulazeez
As a University student, she was appointed as the Chapter Vice President of the Nigerian Universities of Accounting Students Association (NUASA).
During her compulsory National Youth Service, she created her first online fashion store. She also enrolled herself into a Beauty School to become a professional Make-Up Artist.
While studying for her Masters at Leicester University, she continued running her online fashion store and practicing to improve her craft. She also worked as a Registry Assistant, Accounts Clerk and Admissions Assistant.
Last year she launched her own range of beauty products - Afunkie Beauty, which is dedicated to providing high quality and affordable beauty products that enhance physical appearance and improve self-esteem. Three of her products are named after the three most precious women in her life: Grandma - Jibik, Mother - Ronkie and Aunty - Jumaima.
Earlier this year, Oluwafunmike emerged the Queen of the Miss Ebony Ambassador UK Beauty Pageant.
Oluwafunmike Abdulazeez is currently working towards launching the Afunkie Youth Initiative – with the objective of educating, inspiring and motivating the next generation.