Reality Star Mercy Eke Does Not Regret Dating Co Star Ike + Says Alleged Enmity With Co Star Nengi Was Created By Social Media

In a recent chat with Sunday Sun Big brother naija star Mercy Eke opened up about things you may want to know, especially on her status with co star Nengi.....

In 2019 you won the BBNaija reality show, how has life been?

I thank God for all these. Life has not been easy, but also easy at the same time. I would not trade this jackpot lifestyle for anything. God has been great. I have been working hard, working on myself. I have also been trying to work on the stereotype of being forgotten after one year. That is putting me on my toe that I have to do extra things to remain very relevant in the industry. I just need to work extra hard to keep the tempo going. I am not taking anything for granted. I have had my worst times in this journey, but I give God all the glory.



What sort of bad moments did you have?


Bad moments could come in form of health challenges, family, relationship and mental crisis. These could be bad moments for someone. Most times, it is also for us to know that money cannot guarantee happiness. When I say, I had my worst times, don’t forget I am also human, I would have had a fair share of my personal challenges.


As a sought-after brand ambassador, have you rejected any endorsement since you came out of the House?


Yes, I have rejected a few brands. Some who would want to sign me on, but not willing to come to terms with my conditions. I like brands that do not want conflicts and work with all the ambassadors. Since brands pay millions to take their products to the next level, I have a responsibility to bring value to such works, but when someone likes to trade off conflicts, I do not like such. If brands do not agree to my terms, I might not work with them because I really want my peace as you can see that I am a work in progress. I would not want to work where peaceful atmosphere does not exist. I would not like to come to a shoot where people are all frowning, and that creates a bitter aura among the people who should collaborate. I would not want to be labeled a difficult ambassador to work with; so, if I see that from the onset, I might turn the offer down.


What about your romantic life?


Right now, I am single, but not searching.



Do you regret your love in the house?


No, I do not regret my love with my ex-boyfriend. Love is a beautiful thing and that was a beautiful experience for me. I enjoyed it while it lasted, but life will always move on.


What did you do with the lockdown last year during COVID-19?


It was really hard, because I was indoors likewise everyone. I created content at the comfort of my home and put it out there. I was at home too working with the brands on social media.


Nengi is also a brand ambassador of ******, some people claim that both of you are not friends; how true is that and how do you intend to work with her?


Well, like we discussed this morning, we are having a photo shoot in Paris together. If we are not together, how would such hold? Most times, the social media create these stuffs.



What drives you because you are multi-talented. Actress, model and entrepreneur?


What drives me is the hunger to help my family, people around me and be independent as a woman.


Now that you are here, are you in touch with the home to encourage much younger girls to be where you are today?


I just launched my Mercy Eke Foundation here in Lagos. I want to give out N5 million to young girl-entrepreneurs. It is basically for young girls who have genuine business idea, but do not have the money to facilitate their dreams. That will be my own contribution in my own little way.



Where would you want to be in the next five-10 years?


Maybe in my husband’s house…(Laughter). I want to have my real estate business completed. My fashion brand that everyone can afford to be up there. My brand is all about making women beautiful. One does not need to break the bank before she looks good.

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