Mercy Aigbe () (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 | |
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| Born | Mercy Aigbe 1 January 1978 |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Alma mater | University of Lagos |
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| Years active | 2001–present |
| Known for | Yoruba Indigenous Movies |
| Spouse | Kazim Adeoti (m. 2022) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents |
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| Website | mercyaigbegentry |
Early life
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
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
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
- 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
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
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| 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
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
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
References
External links
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