Mercy Aigbe
Mercy Aigbe (born 1 January 1978) is a Nigerian actress, director, fashionista and businesswoman. She is best known for her Yoruba language movies.
Also recorded as Mercy Aigbe Gentry · Hajiya Meena
Mercy Aigbe

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- Name
- Mercy Aigbe
- Born
- 1 January 1978
- Birthplace
- Edo State, Nigeria
- Education
- University of Lagos
- Occupation
- * Actress
- Known for
- Yoruba Indigenous Movies
- Nationality
- Nigeria.
- Fields
- theater arts.
- Honours
- Best of Nollywood Awards, City People Entertainment Awards, Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards and Eko Heritage Awards.
- Languages
- English, Yoruba and Edo.
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Mercy Aigbe (born 1 January 1978) is a Nigerian actress, director, fashionista and businesswoman. She is best known for her Yoruba language movies.
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Biography
Biography
Mercy Aigbe studied at University of Lagos. The recorded working language is English, Yoruba and Edo. The field of work recorded is theater arts. Works named in the authority record are Omo Ghetto: The Saga, Lagos Real Fake Life, 77 Bullets, Thinline and Ada Omo Daddy. Distinctions recorded are Best of Nollywood Awards, City People Entertainment Awards, Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards and Eko Heritage Awards.

Odunlade Adekola and Mercy Aigbe at the Premiere of The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival.
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Key facts
Key facts
• Name — Mercy Aigbe • Birth Name — Mercy Aigbe • Born — 1 January 1978 • Birthplace — Edo State, Nigeria • Citizenship — Nigerian • Education — University of Lagos • Occupation — * Actress • model • filmmaker • producer • director • Father — Pa Aigbe • Mother — Abisola Grace Owodunni • Children — 2 • Years Active — 2001–present • Known for — Yoruba Indigenous Movies • Website — mercyaigbegentry.com
Early life
Early life
Mercy Aigbe was born on 1 January 1978 in Edo State to Pa Aigbe and Mrs. Abisola Grace Owodunni. She hails from Benin city which is the capital of Edo State. She is the second child in a family of five. She had her primary education at St. Francis primary school and attended Maryland Comprehensive Secondary School Ikeja, Lagos State. 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.
Career
Career
Mercy Aigbe kicked off her acting career by starring in some soap operas, including the popular TV drama series "Papa Ajasco." 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. She founded "Mercy Aigbe Gentry School of Drama" in 2016. In 2026, Mercy Aigbe starred in the romantic drama Everything Is New Again, which premiered worldwide on 28 January and began screening in Nigerian and West African cinemas, drawing attention for its bold storytelling and Aigbe's compelling lead performance.
Endorsement
Endorsement
In November 2014, Mercy Aigbe was made the brand ambassador for Elephant Gold Rice. Mercy Aigbe signed a one-year deal to be the brand ambassador for Prestige Cosmetic in June 2015. In July 2016, Mercy signed an endorsement deal with Edalaf Brother Limited, an IT solution company. She was made an ambassador for a fitness company called "Shape you," the company that produces Slimming Coffee in October 2016. Mercy Aigbe, in March 2017, was made the brand ambassador for BK hair. In September 2018, She was made the brand ambassador for "Naija Taxi Services", a company that deals with transportation of people. Mercy Aigbe alongside Bose Alao and Biodun Okeowo penned an endorsement deal with a Cosmetic giant "Mary Make"
Filmography
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 • The Return of Jenifa (2011) • 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 • Heaven on My Mind (film) (2018) as Bola Peters • Wetin Women Want (2018) • The Reunion (2019) • 77 Bullets (2019) as Susan J.B.O / Bisola • Kinni Igbeyawo (2020) as Rolake • Omo Ghetto: The Saga (2020) as Prisca • Swallow (2021) as Violet • The Cokers (2021) as Sandra • Ete (2021) as Lola • Ile Alayo (2021) • 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 • The Herd (2025)
Fashion and style
Fashion and style
Mercy Aigbe is known for her unique style and dressing. At the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards, Mercy Aigbe's dress earned her great applause from fashion stakeholders. The dress was commended for its unique design. In November 2014, Aigbe launched her clothing store, Mag Divas Boutique, in Lagos, then opened another outlet in Ibadan. She was awarded Fashion Entrepreneur of The Year at Links and Glitz World Awards.
Personal life
Personal life
In 2013, Aigbe married a Nigerian hotelier, Lanre Gentry, after the end of her first marriage, and has two children. 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. Mercy Aigbe acquired a multi-million naira mansion in 2018. In 2022, she married Kazim Adeoti, popularly known as Adekaz. In 2023, Mercy converted to Islam and changed her name to Hajiya Meena.
Identity and origins
Identity and origins
Her recorded languages were English, Yoruba, Edo and Nigerian Pidgin. Her recorded confession was Christianity. One child is recorded: Michelle Gentry.
Work and production
Work and production
Works recorded as notable number 5: Omo Ghetto: The Saga, Lagos Real Fake Life, 77 Bullets, Thinline and Ada Omo Daddy.
Recognition and collections
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Recognition and collections
Mercy Aigbe received Best of Nollywood Awards, City People Entertainment Awards, Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards and Eko Heritage Awards.
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- “Mercy Aigbe”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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- Wikidata, structured authority record Q20810389: Mercy Aigbe
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Awards
• Year — Award — Category — Work — Result — Ref • 2015 — City People Entertainment Awards — Yoruba Movie Personality of the Year • Links and Glitz World Awards — Fashion Entrepreneur of The Year • 2017 — Best of Nollywood Awards — Best Actress in a Lead Role –Yoruba • 2018 — Best of Nollywood Awards — Best Supporting Actress –Yoruba • 2019 — Best of Nollywood Awards • 2023 — Eko Heritage Awards — Leadership Award for Youth and Empowerment • 2024 — Best of Nollywood Awards — Best Supporting Actress — Ada Omo Daddy • 2025 — Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards — Best Supporting Actress — The Farmer's Bride
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