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Mercy Aigbe

Mercy Aigbe (Listenⓘ) (born 1 January 1978) is a Nigerian actress, director, fashionista and businesswoman. She is best known for her Yoruba language movies.[1][2]

Mercy Aigbe
Born
Mercy Aigbe

(1978-01-01) 1 January 1978 (age 46)
Edo State, Nigeria
NationalityNigerian
CitizenshipNigerian
Alma materUniversity of Lagos
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
  • filmmaker
  • producer
  • director
Years active2001–present
Known forYoruba Indigenous Movies
Spouse
Kazim Adeoti
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(m. 2022)​
Children2
Parents
  • Pa Aigbe (father)
  • Abisola Grace Owodunni (mother)
Websitemercyaigbegentry.com

Early life

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Mercy Aigbe was born on 1 January 1978 in Edo State[3] to Pa Aigbe and Mrs. Abisola Grace Owodunni.[4] She hails from Benin city which is the capital of Edo State. She is the second child in a family of five.[5] She had her primary education at St. Francis primary school and attended Maryland Comprehensive Secondary School Ikeja, Lagos State.[6] She is also an alumnus of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State, where she received her OND in Financial Studies. In 2001, Mercy Aigbe graduated from University of Lagos with a degree in Theater Arts.[7][8]

Career

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Mercy Aigbe kicked off her acting career by starring in some soap operas, including the popular TV drama series "Papa Ajasco."[9] Professionally, Mercy joined the Nollywood industry fully in 2006 and acted in the movie that brought her into the limelight 'Ara,' a movie produced by Remi Olupo in Ibadan, Oyo State.[10] She founded "Mercy Aigbe Gentry School of Drama" in 2016.[11][12]

Endorsement

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In November 2014, Mercy Aigbe was made the brand ambassador for Elephant Gold Rice.[13] Mercy Aigbe signed a one-year deal to be the brand ambassador for Prestige Cosmetic in June 2015.[14] In July 2016, Mercy signed an endorsement deal with Edalaf Brother Limited, an IT solution company.[15] She was made an ambassador for a fitness company called "Shape you," the company that produces Slimming Coffee in October 2016.[16] Mercy Aigbe, in March 2017, was made the brand ambassador for BK hair.[17] In September 2018, She was made the brand ambassador for "Naija Taxi Services", a company that deals with transportation of people.[18] Mercy Aigbe alongside Bose Alao and Biodun Okeowo penned an endorsement deal with a Cosmetic giant "Mary Make"[19]

Filmography

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  • Satanic
  • Afefe Ife (2008)
  • Okanjua (2008) as Tolu
  • Atunida Leyi (2009)
  • Igberaga (2009) as Sunmbo
  • Ihamo (2009)
  • Ìpèsè (2009)
  • Iró funfun (2009) as Yimisi
  • Mafisere (2009)
  • Oju ife (2009)
  • Edaa (2010) as Shade
  • Osas: Omoge Benin (2012) as Osas
  • Gucci Girls (2012) as Cynthia
  • Ile Oko Mii (2014)
  • Victims (2015) as Yeni
  • Kabiosi (2015) as Bidun
  • Omoge Lekki (2016)
  • Loved You First (2016)
  • The Screenplay (2017)
  • Little Drops of Happy (2017) as Yetunde
  • My Secret (2017)
  • 200 Million (2018)
  • Second Acts (2018)
  • Lagos Real Fake Life (2018) as Jasmine
  • The Reunion (2019)
  • 77 Bullets (2019) as Susan J.B.O / Bisola
  • Kinni Igbeyawo (2020) as Rolake
  • Swallow (2021) as Violet
  • The Cokers (2021) as Sandra
  • Ete (2021) as Lola
  • Crazy Grannies (2021) as Ewa
  • Obsessions (2022) as Jane
  • Romola Alakara (2022) as Romola
  • My Home (2022) as Sade
  • Mr Perfect (2022) as Joke
  • Palava (2022) as Hajara
  • Eri Ife (2022) as Eniola
  • Destiny (2022) as Madam Mildred
  • Gbege (2022)
  • Afefeyeye (2022) as Kofoworola
  • Brotherhood (2022) as Wumi Adetula
  • Osato (2023) Aunty Pat
  • Ololade (2023)
  • The Trade (2023) as Victim's Mum
  • Ada Omo Daddy (2023) as Older Motunrayo
  • Aitokunrin (2024) as Radeke
  • Rush Hour (2024) as Iya Ronke
  • Beast of Two Worlds (2024) as Oyeyiola

Awards

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Year Award Category Result Ref
2015 City People Entertainment Awards Yoruba Movie Personality of the year Won
Links and Glitz World Awards Fashion Entrepreneur of The Year Won
2017 Best of Nollywood Awards Best Actress in a Lead role –Yoruba Nominated [20]
2018 Best of Nollywood Awards Best Supporting Actress –Yoruba Nominated [21]
2019 Best of Nollywood Awards Nominated [22]
2023 Eko Heritage Awards Leadership award for youth and empowerment Won [23]

Fashion and style

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Mercy Aigbe is known for her unique style and dressing.[24] At the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, Mercy Aigbe's dress earned her great applause from fashion stakeholders.[25] The dress was commended for its unique design.[26] In November 2014, Aigbe launched her clothing store, Mag Divas Boutique, in Lagos, then opened another outlet in Ibadan.[27][28] She was awarded Fashion Entrepreneur of The Year at Links and Glitz World Awards.[29][30]

Personal life

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In 2013, Aigbe married a Nigerian hotelier, Lanre Gentry, after the end of her first marriage,[31] and has two children.[32][33][34][35] In 2017, she shared photos of herself after allegedly being assaulted by her husband. She consequently separated from her second husband due to claims of domestic violence, and started a campaign against it.[36][37][38] Mercy Aigbe acquired a multi-million naira mansion in 2018.[39]

In 2022, she married Kazim Adeoti, popularly known as Adekaz.[40] In 2023, Mercy converted to Islam and changed her name to Hajiya Meena.[41]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Ayomide O. Tayo (3 June 2015). "Mercy Aigbe-Gentry, pretty passionate actress". Retrieved 9 August 2015.
  2. ^ Ajomole Helen. "6 Hottest Asoebi Styles Of Mercy Aigbe". Naij. Retrieved 9 August 2015.
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  4. ^ "My mum and I : I bought car in school and lied to mum I won beauty pageant –Mercy Aigbe-Gentry". The Sun Nigeria. 29 January 2017. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  5. ^ Okundia, Jennifer (1 January 2021). "Pictures: Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe hits 43". P.M. News. Retrieved 13 April 2021.
  6. ^ "Who is Mercy Aigbe? Biography, Age, Career, Net worth, Awards, other Facts ⋆ NaijaHomeBased". NaijaHomeBased. 2 December 2020. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  7. ^ "Mercy Aigbe children". naija.ng.
  8. ^ "True, some of my colleagues are wayward, says Mercy Aigbe". Vanguard News. 21 August 2010. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  9. ^ "Mercy Aigbe, beautiful, talented actress". Pulse Nigeria. 29 November 2017. Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  10. ^ "'I'll never do anything to jeopardize my marriage' -Mercy Aigbe | Encomium Magazine". Retrieved 14 April 2021.
  11. ^ "Mercy Aigbe's drama school graduates first set of trained students". Television Continental. 4 August 2016. Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  12. ^ Braimoh, Tobi (17 July 2016). "Mercy Aigbe Starts Her Own Film School". Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  13. ^ "See actress' behind-the-scenes photos from TVC". Pulse Nigeria. 27 November 2014. Retrieved 15 April 2021.
  14. ^ "Mercy Aigbe speaks on her new endorsement deal | Encomium Magazine". Retrieved 15 April 2021.
  15. ^ "Mercy Aigbe signs new endorsement deal". Vanguard News. 26 July 2016. Retrieved 15 April 2021.
  16. ^ "Nigerian actress Mercy Aigbe gentry lands another endorsement deal with a fitness company". Vanguard Allure. 28 October 2016. Retrieved 15 April 2021.
  17. ^ Peter, Adenuga (22 March 2017). "Mercy Aigbe Endorsed As BK Unique Hair Ambassador". Information Nigeria. Retrieved 16 April 2021.
  18. ^ Okundia, Jennifer (27 September 2018). "Mercy Aigbe Bags Another Brand Influencing Deal". P.M. News. Retrieved 16 April 2021.
  19. ^ "The Nation Newspaper". Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics. Retrieved 16 April 2021.
  20. ^ "BON Awards 2017: Kannywood's Ali Nuhu receives Special Recognition Award". Daily Trust. 23 November 2017. Retrieved 7 October 2021.
  21. ^ "BON Awards 2018: Mercy Aigbe, Tana Adelana shine at 10th edition". Pulse Nigeria. 9 December 2018. Retrieved 23 December 2019.
  22. ^ Bada, Gbenga (15 December 2019). "BON Awards 2019: 'Gold Statue', Gabriel Afolayan win big at 11th edition". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 10 October 2021.
  23. ^ Oluwayemi, Oluwapelumi (17 July 2023). "Mercy Aigbe bags Eko Leadership Award". PM News Nigeria. Retrieved 27 May 2024.
  24. ^ Ewulluh, Binyelum (26 July 2016). "6 times Mercy Aigbe wowed us on the red carpet". Nigeria Entertainment Today. Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  25. ^ "Mercy Aigbe's Dress To The #AMVCA2016 Has Got Everyone Talking". StarGist. Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  26. ^ Odumade, Omotolani (22 March 2016). "Fans react to This Day Style snub". Pulse. Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  27. ^ Banah, Namang (11 December 2014). "Actress launches fashion store". Pulse. Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  28. ^ "Mercy Aigbe Stays Winning As She Opens Boutique In Ibadan". Fab Woman. 15 March 2018.
  29. ^ "[Photos] Actress Mercy Aigbe Wins 'Fashion Entrepreneur of the Year' Award". Nigeria Bulletin. 9 January 2016. Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  30. ^ "Mercy Aigbe Living Her Dreams. . ". ThisDay. 4 August 2018. Retrieved 18 October 2018.
  31. ^ Tayo, Ayomide O. (11 May 2015). "Actress opens up on why her first marriage crashed". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 8 July 2024.
  32. ^ "Find out how star actress keeps her marriage going". Pulse. 14 July 2016.
  33. ^ "Mercy Aigbe Gentry Expecting Another Child For New Hubby". Information Nigeria. Retrieved 9 August 2015.
  34. ^ Adesola Ade-Unuigbe (6 March 2015). "Mercy Aigbe-Gentry to Motherhood InStyle: 'Most Nigerian Men don't want their Wives to Outshine Them". Bella Naija. Retrieved 9 August 2015.
  35. ^ "Mercy Aigbe prays for daughter as she turns 21". Vanguard News. 11 July 2022. Retrieved 18 July 2022.
  36. ^ "Actress marks 1 year since she encountered domestic violence in failed marriage". Pulse. 16 February 2018.
  37. ^ "Mercy Aigbe Joins Campaign Against Domestic Violence". Channels TV. 29 June 2017.
  38. ^ "Mercy Aigbe and ex-husband Lanre Gentry blast each other on Father's Day". HotNaija. 21 June 2021.
  39. ^ "Actress Mercy Aigbe buys multi-million naira house for herself and her kids". 19 June 2018.
  40. ^ "Mercy Aigbe ignores critics, flaunts wedding photos with hearthrob". 24 January 2022. Retrieved 30 March 2022.
  41. ^ Acho, Affa (10 December 2023). "Why I Converted To Islam – Mercy Aigbe". Retrieved 8 July 2024.
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