Tag: Mercy Eke

  • Mercy-Tacha ‘dispute’dominate BBNaija ‘Pepper Dem’ reunion

    Mercy-Tacha ‘dispute’dominate BBNaija ‘Pepper Dem’ reunion

    Mercy Eke and Tacha Akide, two former housemates of the Big Brother Naija reality TV show, were once again in the spotlight during the day 10 of the ongoing reunification of the show.

     

    Since the end of the 2019 edition, the reality stars have continued to make the headlines for various reasons, especially due to the apparent lingering feud between them.

     

    Tacha maintains a huge fanbase who named themselves as ‘Titans’ while those supporting Mercy are called ‘Mercenaries’. Their huge fan base are also very fond of calling out one another on social media platforms.

     

    The duo appeared on Wednesday’s episode of the reunion organized for ex-housemates of the ‘Pepper Dem’ edition and as anticipated, their presence resulted into several dramas

     

    During the show, Ebuka Uchendu, the host, had asked them series of questions bordering on the rumoured bitter relationship between the pair.

     

    Tacha had revealed that she was on good terms with Mercy, until Cindy, another former housemate, made her lose her cool resulting in the open confrontation with Mercy and eventual eviction.

     

    The two also pointed out that their alleged rift is not as deep as it is often depicted, noting that such is often triggered by their teeming fans on social media.

     

    The duo ended the show on a promising note, suggesting an end to the persistent feud between them could finally be over.

     

    Both of them admitted their relationship had largely been marred by miscommunication while they expressed willingness to let go of the past.

     

    As expected, their fans have since taken to Twitter, to air their views on the duo’s utterances at the episode 10 of the reunion.

     

    Check out the reactions below:

     

     

  • My mother tried to abort me- Mercy Eke

    My mother tried to abort me- Mercy Eke

    Winner of the 2019 edition of BBNaija, Mercy Eke has averred that her mother once said she tried aborting her due to pressure from relatives.

    Eke made this known during the premiere of a joint reality TV show with Ike, her partner, who is also a former BBNaija housemate.

    She said her mother had once thrown herself down from a tree to see if she could get rid of her foetus after her husband’s cousin had questioned why she was up for another child.

    “My mom told me that, when she was carrying me, there was this aunt of mine, my dad’s cousin, who came and asked her, ‘Are you still pregnant after all these kids you have?,” Mercy said.

    “That really got my mom trying to abort me. My mum told that what she did was when she goes to the farm, she would climb a tree and intentionally fall from there to see if she could get rid of me.

    “When she told me that, I had told myself that I had to make it, whatever it took to be somebody. I had to make her proud somehow for what she did for me.”

     

    TheNewsGuru recalls that back in October, Mercy emerged the fourth winner of BBNaija, toppling Mike and Seyi at the grand finale of the ‘Pepper Dem’ house.

    She also featured in the visuals for Paul Okoye’s song ‘Take It‘, while clinching the ‘Best Dressed Female’ special category award at the 2020 African Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA).

     

  • Rudeboy recruits BBNaija’s Mercy Eke for ‘Take It’ video

    Rudeboy recruits BBNaija’s Mercy Eke for ‘Take It’ video

    Paul Okoye, Nigerian Afrobeats singer better known as Rudeboy, has released the much-awaited visuals for ‘Take It,’ his recently released single.

    The video, released on Tuesday, features Mercy Eke, winner of the 2019 Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) reality show. An excited Rudeboy took to his social media page to announce the release of the project.

    “Out now #takeit link on my bio,” the music superstar wrote on Instagram.

    In the less than four-minutes, Rudeboy can be seen reaffirming his determination to go to any length, including giving up his money, for the sake of love.

    His readiness to make sacrifices was however, followed by a plea not to be left disappointed or heartbroken at the end.

    “If you want my money Take It. O baby Take It o. I go make you my one and only. If I give you my heart. Don’t break it. Oh Please don’t break it o. I go do anything you want me to do,” he is heard singing.

    The video — branded by glamorous scenes — also sees the singer and the reality TV star entangled in romantic displays.

    The video was produced by TBA and directed by TG Omori.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B8bFajpnq0J/

     

  • I prayed to win BBNaija- Mercy Eke declares as she gives testimony in church [VIDEO]

    I prayed to win BBNaija- Mercy Eke declares as she gives testimony in church [VIDEO]

    BBNaija 2019 winner, Mercy Eke stunned many of her fans when a video of her testifying in church surfaced online. In the video, she was captured thanking God for making her win the reality TV show last year.

     

    According to her:”I prayed to win, I went in and I won”.

     

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    Months back, Eke took to her Instagram page to appreciate those who constantly support her.

    I’m still a work in progress, learning and unlearning.It still feels surreal because the love I have been receiving up until now is overwhelming.
    I really can’t thank you all enough and don’t know how best to thank you all, but I promise never to disappoint you.

    Keep praying for me as I’ve always asked, keep supporting me and the brands I work for.
    Thank you all for always being here for your girl LAMBO I love you all”.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that in November 2019, Mercy lamented, saying she wants her old life back.

    “This thing it looks rosy on social media and it’s not rosy I think I want my old life back. I want to sleep wake up when I want, don’t have anything to do, don’t have a calendar,” she said in the clip which appears to be from a live Instagram session.

    “Right now I have a calendar. it sucks like I hate yea I prayed for it but its too much. People keep telling me it will reduce and it doesn’t. It keeps getting worse I don’t have a life of my own anymore…like I feel like I want my old life back.”

     

     

     

     

     

  • Mercy Eke makes Nollywood debut

    Mercy Eke makes Nollywood debut

    Mercy Eke, winner of the 2019 Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) is set to make her Nollywood debut in ‘Fate of Alakada’, a movie by Toyin Abraham.

     

    TheNewsGuru gathered that Eke would feature in the movie billed to hit the cinemas in April alongside Broda Shaggi

    An excited Abraham took to her social media page to announce her forthcoming project with the BBNaija star, urging fans to expect the outcome of the collaboration.

     

    “Thanks my darling @official_mercyeke for coming onset. Fam watch out for .@official_mercyeke in ‘Fate of Alakada’ in cinemas 10th April 2020,” she wrote on Instagram, alongside a picture of herself posing with Shaggi and Mercy.

     

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B7mJSPFH4YX/

    The movie is written by Moshood Yakub Olawale and Ozioma Ogbaji and directed by Kayode Kasum.

    The latest feat continues what has been an impressive run for Mercy, who was the first female to emerge winner of the reality TV show.

    Mercy joins the list of other former housemates of the ‘Pepper Dem’ edition of the show who had featured in a movie.

    Recall that Mike Edwards, BBNaija 2019 first runner-up made his Nollywood debut acting a son role to Richard Mofe-Damijo, Nigerian veteran actor.

     

  • I am single and not searching- Mercy Eke

    I am single and not searching- Mercy Eke

    BBNaija 2019 winner, Mercy Eke has revealed that she is single and not searching.
    The reality TV star made this known via her Snapchat page on Tuesday, December 31st, 2019. In a short but direct post, the beautiful reality star announced her arrival into the singlehood association.
    “Single not searching,” she wrote.
    TheNewsGuru recalls that on Tuesday, October 8, 2019, the video vixen revealed her true feelings towards fellow housemate, Ike.
    Mercy stressed that the lowest moment in the house was when Ike was evicted in the 13th week after spending a total of 92 days in the BBNaija Pepper Dem house.
    “My lowest moment in the BBNaija house was when Ike was evicted and my highest moment was when I was announced the winner of BBNaija 2019 Pepper Dem,” Mercy stated.
    In an interview with media personality Ebuka, Mercy narrated how she had auditioned four times in a row to become a housemate.
    “I auditioned four times in a row. And, from that moment, I had already started getting myself ready without being paid or knowing id I’ll get in because I wouldn’t wanna be caught unawares. I was getting closed on, counting Sundays if I make it,” she had said.
  • BBNaija’s Mercy Eke spotted on bike [VIDEO]

    BBNaija’s Mercy Eke spotted on bike [VIDEO]

    Winner of BBNaija 2019, Mercy Eke was recently captured on a motorcycle.

    The stylish reality TV star was spotted trying to make her way to the airport away from the busy Lagos traffic. Obviously not ready to miss her flight, she took her box and headed straight to the airport.

    The video has been spreading like wildfire on social media, with many lauding her for being true to herself.

    Nigerians have also been sharing their diverse comments on the video.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/B5vUtpqDoyf/

    Read the comments below:

    @Motunde: Height of joblessness by whoever made the video

    @Sandikech: Please what’s wrong with being on a bike …..I am on bike almost everyday …because if I dey my motor dey iniside traffic I dey envy people wet dey on top bike …….Nigerians entering bikes doesn’t make u poor

    @Domingo: It’s clear she’s about to miss her flight, Lagos traffic too much na

    @Laughdecor: I was with Mercy at the airport.. I LOVE HER

    @Dopewears: Go use am collect loan from bank

     

     

     

  • BBNaija winner, Mercy Eke, buys duplex in Lekki

    BBNaija winner, Mercy Eke, buys duplex in Lekki

    Big Brother Naija 4 ‘Pepper Dem’ reality show winner, Mercy Eke a.k.a ‘Lamborghini’ has bought a four bedroom flat apartment in lekki, Lagos State.

    The excited reality TV star, took to her instagram page @official_mercyeke to share the good news as well as a video captioned.

    “I stepped out of the house today as a tenant and returned as a house owner.

    “Thanks to Victoria Crest Home for making this possible.”

    On the other-hand, she was accompanied by ex BBNaija housemate turned lover, Ike as she received a key with the inscription “Just got our key” amidst friends and well-wishers.

    Billionaire wife, Uchechi Okonkwo has served an update on Big Brother Naija winner, Mercy’s new four-bedroom duplex which many first thought was a gift.

    According to Real Estate mogul, Kennedy Okonkwo’s wife, Uchechi, Mercy bought the four-bedroom duplex which she described as “the best decision”.

    She wrote;

    “Congratulations Babygirl, buying yourself a house, the best decision and I am super proud. Mercy Lambo on the 1000Landladies train and moving”.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) report that the ‘Queen of Highlights’ Mercy was crowned the winner of the reality show on Sunday Oct. 6, after 99 days in the house and went home with 60 Million worth of prizes.

    NAN also reports that this winning makes Mercy the first woman to win the Big Brother Naija reality show since inception.

    The light hearted diva made the top two with her show best friend, Mike Edwards, who emerged first runner up.