Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has been spotted with her former husband, Abdulrasheed Bello, popularly known as JJC Skillz, during a family holiday in Paris, France.
The former couple were seen spending quality time together with their twin sons, sparking reactions from fans and followers who noticed their apparent cordial relationship despite their separation.
Videos shared by JJC Skillz on Snapchat on Wednesday showed the family exploring different parts of the French capital and enjoying moments together.
The music executive captioned one of the videos simply, “Family time.”
In one of the videos, JJC Skillz was seen interacting playfully with Funke Akindele.
He addressed the actress as “Mama Ibeji” and asked, “Are we playing games?”
Funke responded enthusiastically, saying, “Yes, ooo.”
The relaxed interaction between the former couple appeared to show that they have maintained a friendly relationship for the sake of their children.
Funke also shared a video from a PlayStation section, where she was seen alongside JJC Skillz and their children.
The family outing has attracted attention because of the former couple’s high-profile relationship and subsequent separation.
Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz were previously one of the prominent celebrity couples in Nigeria.
Their relationship attracted significant public interest, particularly because both personalities were already established in their respective careers.
Funke is one of Nigeria’s most successful actresses, filmmakers and producers, while JJC Skillz is a musician, filmmaker and entertainment executive.
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The couple welcomed twin boys during their marriage and often kept their family life relatively private.
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However, their marriage eventually came to an end, with both parties moving on with their respective lives and careers.
Despite their separation, their latest outing suggests that they continue to prioritise their children and maintain a level of cooperation as co-parents.
Paris, one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, provided the backdrop for the family’s latest outing.
The videos showed the family enjoying recreational activities and spending time together away from their busy professional schedules.
Their visit also offered fans a glimpse into the more personal side of the celebrities’ lives.
Rather than focusing on their past relationship, the videos centred on family activities and moments shared with their children.
JJC Skillz’s decision to caption the footage “Family time” further emphasised the focus of the trip.
The sighting has naturally generated reactions online, with some fans expressing excitement at seeing Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz together.
Others praised the former couple for maintaining a cordial relationship after their marriage ended, noting that peaceful co-parenting can be beneficial for children.
Their Paris holiday also highlights how separated couples can continue to work together as parents even after their romantic relationship has ended.
For Funke and JJC Skillz, spending time with their twin sons appears to remain an important priority.
The actress has continued to focus on her thriving career in Nollywood, producing and starring in major film projects, while JJC Skillz has remained active in entertainment.
Their latest family outing does not necessarily indicate a romantic reunion, but it demonstrates that the former couple can share family moments despite their separation.
For now, the focus remains on their time together in Paris and the memories they are creating with their children.
The images and videos have once again placed Funke Akindele and JJC Skillz in the spotlight, with fans discussing their relationship, co-parenting and family life.
