Award-winning actress Funke Akindele has described herself as an “extremist” in relationships, admitting she loves intensely and is unafraid to sever ties when necessary.

Speaking during an interview on The Morayo Show, Akindele said her approach to relationships is shaped by her passionate disposition, though she acknowledged the need for balance.

“Morayo, I must say, I’m not proud of that and I’m proud of it. There must be a balance. I’m an extremist. I love so hard. I’m real. I’m like this. I’m not perfect. I can be troublesome. Yes, I can be. I’m tough,” she said.

She also credited fellow actor Uzee Usman with helping her confront some of her flaws, recalling his advice on the importance of accepting people as they are.

“You see, this one, number one, the way this boy is doing no good.But number one, you be leader. You go there, accept people as they be. No be every door you go, they close, number one. You go just leave them, put them for a place. And for the first time I sat down, I was quiet.”

“I said the same way he talks now true. I go try to manage. I’m an extremist. I love so hard,” she said

The actress also spoke about her late mother, who frequently reminded her that not everyone operates at her speed.

“Everybody’s not as smart as you, as fast as you. Calm down. It is good, but calm down,” she recalled her mother’s words.

She emphasised prioritising her mental health while navigating relationships.

She added, “Human relationships for me is very important and I’m learning every day. But no matter what happens, my mental health is very important.”

The actress’s comments follow a recent incident where she ignored Toyin Abraham’s kneeling greeting at a film premiere.