Mercy Eke Issues Apology Following Controversial Remarks About Onyeka

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2 years ago

September 29, 2024

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Mercy Eke, a prominent reality TV star, has publicly apologized after her social media manager posted a contentious comment regarding Big Brother Naija contestant Onyeka.

The now-deleted tweet from Eke’s verified account referred to Onyeka as a “gold digger” in connection with her relationship with Ozee Mbadiwe, who is from a wealthy family.

The message read, “Onyeka the Mbadiwe gold digger sorry to burst your bubbles there’s no gold in the twins… #BBnaija.”

This comment led to widespread backlash, with fans expressing their anger and disappointment over the derogatory language used and questioning Eke’s oversight.

In response to the escalating situation, Eke clarified that the tweet did not reflect her personal opinions and was attributed to her social media handler.

Expressing her disappointment, Eke stated that she was shocked to wake up to such drama on her birthday.

She explained, “A handler who was supposed to concentrate on my birthday celebrations got involved in BBN drama, and now I have to address this situation.”

Eke, who has distanced herself from the current season of Big Brother Naija, expressed her dissatisfaction with negative remarks aimed at a housemate she respects.

“This behaviour is completely unprofessional,” she asserted, adding that she refrained from tagging her handler to prevent inciting further harassment from fans.

“I deeply apologize to Team Onyeka for this embarrassing incident linked to my account.

This does not reflect my true feelings or who I am,” Eke stated, emphasizing her dedication to fostering positive relationships and upholding her public image.

BNXN Compares Cost of Living in Lagos and Los Angeles

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2 hours ago

June 10, 2026

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Nigerian singer BNXN has made a claim online that has generated mixed reactions. The singer stated that living in Lagos is more expensive than living in Los Angeles, drawing from his personal experience in the United States.

Speaking about life abroad, BNXN explained that there are fewer financial obligations and requests for money compared to Nigeria, where people are often expected to support relatives and acquaintances.

“I was telling someone, since I got to the United States, I haven’t seen one egbon adugbo asking me to press money. Lagos is too expensive abeg. Lagos is more expensive than LA (Los Angeles),” BNXN stated.

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Blessing CEO Faces Legal Battle Over Alleged Cancer Fundraising Scheme

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4 hours ago

June 10, 2026

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It can be recalled that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed charges against Blessing CEO over an alleged ₦13 million fraud case.

The case is reportedly linked to claims that the influencer obtained ₦13 million through an alleged cancer-related fundraising scheme.

It can also be recalled that Blessing CEO previously claimed she was battling Stage 4 breast cancer, a revelation that drew sympathy from many people and reportedly led to financial support from members of the public.

While investigations are still ongoing, the influencer remains innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.

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Veekee James Celebrates 31st Birthday With Heartfelt Motherhood Message

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23 hours ago

June 9, 2026

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Nigerian fashion designer Veekee James celebrated her 31st birthday and shared pictures on social media with her daughter.

The influencer spoke about how her life has changed and described motherhood as the greatest gift she has received.

“A year older, but the greatest gift isn’t the age… It’s the title I earned this year: MOTHER! This birthday hits differently because my heart now beats outside my body.”