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Actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has spoken about her career journey, joys and responsibilities of motherhood, describing it as her greatest source of pride.

In a recent interview on The Morayo Show, Aigbe emphasised her reliance on faith to navigate the challenges of motherhood and life in general.

“Wherever I am today is a testament to me not giving up. Being a mother is actually what I am most proud of. I just love being a mother, and I think it is a huge blessing that God has placed the responsibility on me to nurture another human being, and I don’t want to fail at it,” Aigbe said.

Aigbe, who credits faith for guiding her, said she often asks God for strength and wisdom.

“Even though I ask God for strength most times, I also ask Him for wisdom. I just love being a mum,” she stated.

Speaking on the loss of her mother, Mercy Aigbe recalled struggling to accept her passing while abroad.

“Up until we laid her to rest, I was in denial. I wasn’t in the country when she passed, so my husband called me and said, ‘Babe, there is something I have to tell you,’ and then he said, ‘Your mum has passed,’” she recalled.

The actress also admitted that the reality of her mother’s death still feels surreal.

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“I don’t know how to describe losing her. I still have her clothes intact. It feels like a dream to me. It is indescribable,” she said.

Aigbe noted that she shared a close bond with her mother and had hoped she would recover from her illness.

“I was very close to my mum. Even though she had been ill for a while, I was hoping she would get better. It is a pain that never goes away; you just learn to live with it,” she added.

She said the loss took a toll on her professional life, prompting her to pause filmmaking temporarily.

“I didn’t produce a movie last December because of the loss of my mum. I knew I wasn’t mentally ready,” Aigbe added.

Actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has announced the death of her mother in an emotional Instagram post.

She shared a candlelight image with a broken heart background captioned “R.I.P Mum,” a tribute that drew an outpouring of condolences from fans, friends, and colleagues in the entertainment industry.

Celebrities, including Iyabo Ojo, Dayo Amusa, Bolanle Ninalowo, Omowunmi Ajiboye, Tayo Faniran, and crossdresser Idris Olanrewaju, popularly known as Bobrisky, sent in their sympathies, praying for the repose of her mother’s soul.

Fans also filled her comment section with messages of comfort and support.

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Mercy Aigbe has often spoken about the values her mother instilled in her, particularly sacrifice and selflessness.

The cause of her death has not been disclosed.

The loss came after a difficult year for the actress, which included a fire incident that damaged her property in December 2023.

Filmmaker and actress Mercy Aigbe has shared her personal experiences and challenges as a single mother during a recent episode of ‘Real Talk with Kike.’

The ‘Ada Omo Daddy’ star, known for her firm parenting approach, spoke about the emotional and physical demands of raising children alone, noting the difficulty of playing both maternal and paternal roles.

Reflecting on her journey, Mercy described it as far from easy and praised single mothers as “heroes” for their strength and resilience.

She admitted the topic remains deeply personal and emotional for her.

The actress also revealed that she regularly prays for her daughter, Michelle, and other children under her care, hoping they enjoy stable and lasting relationships, something she said she missed out on.

Mercy further explained that her strict parenting style was rooted in a fear of failure as a mother, influenced by her own struggles and disappointments in her love life.

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“For me, raising a child as a single mum… shout out to all the single mums out there, you guys are heroes, it’s not easy playing the role of two people. I am very sensitive when I talk about my single mother moment because it wasn’t an easy journey. That’s why anytime I pray for Michelle, I pray for other kids around me that I nurture, who are not my biological kids, but they are still my kids. I say to them, especially the girls, that life happens. A lot of us didn’t set out to be like this in terms of our love life, but life happens, and we hope for the best for our kids. I always tell my children that your first time will be your forever. Because I don’t wish it on anybody, it’s draining.

“I think part of what made me very tough on my kids is that I just didn’t want to fail as a mother because I had failed at this, I didn’t want to fail as a mother. I didn’t even want them to make mistakes, not realising it was part of their life’s journey, I was pushing hard and not giving them a chance to be who they want to be and make errors to gain correction from their errors. I didn’t want people to laugh at me and say a single mum raised them, they can’t do anything good. It’s so draining that financially, emotionally, morally, and mentally, you still have to show up,” she said.

Actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has apologised to her daughter Michelle for the harsh parenting she experienced from her as a single mother.

In a recent interview at the premiere of her film “My Mother Is a Witch,” Mercy revealed that she reflected on her parenting style and realised the impact it had on her daughter.

She shared a moment where Michelle recalled a traumatic experience from her childhood, where Mercy had hit a bucket on her head.

According to her, the experiences prompted Mercy to send an apology text to her daughter, acknowledging the tough upbringing she provided, but also proud of the strong individual Michelle has become.

“I’ve been a single mother before I got married again. For years, I was a single mom to Michelle. Three days ago, I had to send an apology text to her for the harsh upbringing I gave her. I said, ‘I am so sorry, you might think the upbringing I gave you was so hard.’ Yes, it was harsh, I can’t lie. But I raised a vessel for God.

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“One day, when I was calling her, she didn’t pick up my call. I had to call her friend, who later called me to call her back. When I called, I said, ‘Michelle, I have been calling, but you didn’t pick up my call.’ She responded, ‘Mommy, I’m traumatised. I remember you hit a bucket on my head one day. We need to start having these conversations, there are so many damaged adults around who are not properly healed from their childhood trauma. People are still stuck, and African parents, we’re too proud”, she said.

The film “My Mother Is a Witch” explores themes of family trauma, buried secrets, and the pursuit of forgiveness, which resonates with Mercy’s real-life experience.

The movie, set for release on May 23, stars Mercy Aigbe, Efe Irele, Timini Egbuson, and Neo Akpofure, and is produced by Anthill Studios in collaboration with Frame Flix HQ.

Actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe Adeoti has spoken out against negative comments surrounding her marriage to Kazim Adeoti.

In a recent interview with colleague, Bimpe Akintunde, she dismissed critics, questioning the state of their lives.

Aigbe emphasised that people only discuss others when they’re doing something notable or are well-known.

She stated that being at the top is what makes one a topic of conversation.

The actress also revealed that her family opposed her remarriage due to her age but she stood firm, knowing what she wanted.

Aigbe expressed her love for marriage and having a partner, saying she’s the type of person who loves to have a “crown” (husband) on her head.

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“I love love, actually. What you said now, a lot of people do ask me, even some family members. They would be like, I’m close to 50 years old; what am I looking for? But I believe everybody knows what they want. 

“What you want might be different from mine. I know what I saw, and I know what I wanted. I am the kind of person who loves to have a crown (husband) on my head and loves to be married. 

“Maybe, if I’m still in my baby’s daddy’s house, I wouldn’t be known as Mercy Aigbe. Definitely people will talk when you do something good. If you are not known, you can’t be the topic. When I was young, I never thought my life would turn out this way,” she said.

Kazim Adeoti, popularly known as Adekaz, has been a behind-the-scenes figure in the entertainment industry for years.

However, his marriage to Mercy Aigbe in 2022 thrust him into the spotlight.

Despite the controversy surrounding their union, with many criticising Kazim’s involvement with Mercy as the reason for his first marriage’s demise, the couple has remained strong.

They continue to defy critics and publicly display their love for each other.

Actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has shared her greatest joy as a filmmaker—seeing how her movie, Ada Omo Daddy, has deeply resonated with audiences and stirred strong emotions.

Expressing her excitement, Aigbe described the filmmaking process as an unforgettable journey and a privilege to be part of.

She also extended her gratitude to everyone who has watched, shared, and been moved by the film, emphasising that their support means the world to her and her team.

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She wrote: “Ada Omo Daddy” is more than just an entertaining movie; it’s a powerful tool that inspires people from all walks of life, according to Aigbe.

“As a filmmaker, there’s no greater joy than knowing that our movie, ADA OMO DADDY has resonated with so many people and evoked strong emotions. It’s incredible to see how this film has touched hearts and continues to inspire many more.

“I’m beyond thrilled to have been a part of creating this beautiful masterpiece, which has been an unforgettable journey. ADA OMO DADDY is more than just an entertaining movie. It’s a powerful tool that inspires fathers, mothers, children, and people from all walks of life in countless ways.

“Thank you to everyone who has watched, shared, and been impacted by this film. Your support means the world to me and our team. THANK YOU”.