Nollywood filmmaker Kazim Adeoti has opened up about his marriage to actress Mercy Aigbe, revealing the lasting impression she made on him long before they tied the knot.
The movie marketer in an interview with Oyinmomo TV, said he admires Mercy’s honesty and straightforwardness, while recalling a 2011 movie in which his wife featured.
Reflecting on their early interactions, Kazim recalled a 2011 film in which Mercy featured. He noted that, unlike many others in the industry who often complained about underpayment, Mercy stood out for her honesty.
After receiving her payment for the role, she surprised him by expressing gratitude and even said she felt overpaid.
Kazim praised Mercy for her integrity, calling her not just a remarkable woman, but a beautiful one whose character and straightforwardness earned his deep respect.
“What I really admire about her is her honesty and straightforwardness; it’s something I truly respect,” Kazim said. “After I paid her for Hajia Jemila, I was expecting the usual complaints about low fees. Instead, she came back to say there was extra money left. I was genuinely shocked.”
He added that despite industry advice to work primarily with men to avoid complications, Mercy’s professionalism changed his outlook.
“People told me to avoid working closely with women if I wanted to succeed. But I gave her a chance, and she proved everyone wrong. She’s not only a woman but a beautiful one who conducts herself with great integrity,” he said.