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Mercy Johnson Under Fire Over APC Campaign Post
A tirade of responses has followed actress Mercy Johnson’s campaign post for the ruling All Progressives Congress has received (APC).
The renowned actress expressed faith in the APC’s objectives for women and all Nigerians in the message after the actress went to the APC women’s rally in support of Bola Tinubu, the party’s nominee for president on Wednesday.
Along with other female APC delegates, she also showed Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu pictures from the occasion.
In her caption, the mother of four explained that the event reminded her of her hope and confidence in the good intentions, great plans, and actions to follow for the women and people of Nigeria. Her husband, Prince Odianosen “Odi” Okojie, is running for the Federal House of Representatives, Esan North East/Esan South East Federal Constituency.
She wrote: “Earlier today, I joined His Excellency, Babajide Sanwo-Olu @jidesanwoolu and the incredible women leaders that make up the APC ‘Women Presidential Campaign Team’ at the APC women Southwest Rally.
“As a woman, wife to an APC candidate @princeodiokojie, and mother, I am confident in the APC plan for women which is in line with the 35% affirmative action for women.
“From the goodwill messages and conversations with the women leaders, I was opportune to hear from the horse’s mouth and I have renewed hope and confidence in the good intentions, great plans, and actions to follow for the women of Nigeria and for the people of Nigeria.#RenewedHope. #VoteAPC. #Odiwife.”
Reacting, her politician hubby in the comment section praised and prayed for the movie star for always supporting him.
He said: “@mercyjohnsonokojie. My Dear Wife and Best Friend, Thanks a lot for your support, You have always STOOD where I STAND, You’re an amazing WOMAN. We will work hard for NIGERIA. I LOVE you and GOD Bless you. The Winning Ways BABY.”
Mercy’s husband praised her for her unwavering support, but many other social media users didn’t agree, telling her to let her man have his space and not try to convert them to her side.
Some made threats to stop supporting her and unfollowing her.
alanalilian said: “Mtchew Unfollowing you now … I be think say you get sense.”
diamond_foray1 wrote: “Mercy u lie! You see this one. U better commot body for there make Nigerians no use the vex wey dey their heart swear for u.”
judah.king stated: “Seriously, apc?! From where Nigeria was in 2015 to where it is now?!
You name is mercy… may God have it on you.”
zubbysteph said: “Support ur husband for his position but don’t try sugar coating APC!! Even deep down you know the truth!!!”
nemelumrita wrote: “We will not vote for APC ma, thank you.”
sirvicgold_za stated: “You haven’t heard that APC is very hard to sell this days? Country people are wiser now #BadForYou.”
beautifulonyiii said: “You can support your husband in peace but don’t give us cheap lies about APC.”
dreco_905 wrote: “Support your husband in peace and don’t tell us rubbish about APC.”
uwabourdy stated: “Mumu… Ure confident in the Apc plan for women & you travelled abroad to give birth to ur kids in the same Apc led administration. Madam just support ur hubby & rest pls.”
n_kosis said: “Me I’ll first unfollow you. Your vote na your right, but anyone supporting APC now is definitely after my life.”
ken_de_dude wrote: “Get Sense… It’s affecting us now so to your children. So I’ll vote wisely after I unfollow you right now.”
_o.n.y.i.i_ stated: “My own is, if I see any defensive words other than an apology, I am unfollowing you straight, after all you no dey feed me …. Even though we like you, I won’t send again cos you want us to suffer in this country as a fan, you will just loose me as a fan …. Normally e no concern you sha after all your family dey alright… but we are fighting for our own future here.”
Nigerian Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, is set to headline the “Davido & Friends” concert at the Crystal Palace Bowl in London on Friday, August 14, 2026.
The highly anticipated concert is part of the Palace Bowl Presents summer festival series in the United Kingdom.
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Davido had earlier announced the event on his social media platforms, describing it as his first-ever festival performance in the UK and his only outdoor show in London this summer.
The singer will be joined on stage by a lineup of artistes including Omah Lay, Black Sherif, Gabzy, T x C, Jazzwrld & Thukuthela, Ecool, Morravey and Boi Chase.
According to the official Palace Bowl Presents website, the event is scheduled to begin with doors opening at 3 p.m., while the concert is expected to end at 10:30 p.m.
Ahead of the performance, Davido on Wednesday shared promotional artwork for the concert on his Instagram Story, featuring a “SOLD OUT” banner and expressing his excitement about the upcoming London show.
The sold-out event is expected to attract fans of the Nigerian music star and other Afrobeats performers for an evening of live music at the iconic Crystal Palace venue.
Nigerian music star, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, and his estranged wife, Annie Idibia, have sparked fresh speculation about their relationship after following each other again on Instagram.
The development has caught the attention of fans, coming more than a year after 2Baba publicly announced their separation and revealed that they were filing for divorce.
Checks on Monday showed that the former couple, who had previously unfollowed each other on Instagram, are now following each other again.
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The move has triggered speculation across social media, with some fans wondering whether the development could signal a possible reconciliation between the two.
Annie has also reportedly reverted to the name Annie Idibia on Instagram after recently changing it to Annie Macaulay, adding further fuel to the growing speculation.
However, neither 2Baba nor Annie has confirmed that they are planning to reconcile or revive their marriage.
The latest development comes after years of public scrutiny surrounding the couple’s relationship.
2Baba announced in January 2025 that he and Annie had been separated for some time and were “currently filing for divorce.”
The announcement generated widespread reactions, particularly given the couple’s long and sometimes turbulent relationship.
The singer initially deleted the post amid claims that his Instagram account had been hacked but later confirmed that he was responsible for the announcement.
2Baba and Annie’s relationship dates back to the early years of the singer’s career. Annie featured in the music video for his hit song African Queen, and the pair eventually got married in 2013.
They held two wedding ceremonies, with their traditional wedding taking place in Akwa Ibom State and their white wedding held in Dubai.
Their marriage subsequently faced several public controversies, including disputes surrounding 2Baba’s relationships with other women and his children from previous relationships.
In 2021, their marital crisis attracted significant public attention after Annie accused 2Baba of travelling to the United States to spend time with Pero Adeniyi, the mother of some of his children.
Despite the challenges, the couple remained together and renewed their vows in 2023 to mark their 10th wedding anniversary.
Their relationship later suffered another major setback, eventually leading to 2Baba’s separation announcement in 2025.
Following the separation, 2Baba went on to marry Edo State lawmaker Natasha Osawaru.
While the latest Instagram connection does not confirm a reunion, it has nevertheless reignited discussions about the possibility of 2Baba and Annie making peace.
Nollywood actress and politician, Tonto Dikeh, has unveiled a new spiritual movement, the New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle (NWPT), marking a new chapter in her increasingly public Christian journey.
Dikeh announced the new movement on Sunday through her Instagram page, describing NWPT as an interdenominational altar and a “global movement of consecrated believers” called to experience the power, purity and presence of God.
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The movement is anchored on the biblical passage in Mark 2:22, which speaks about new wine being put into new wineskins.
According to the actress, NWPT was established to provide a platform for prayer, revival, spiritual training and transformation.
Its vision is to promote a global awakening of believers committed to their faith, with the aim of transforming nations and advancing the Kingdom of Christ.
The movement also stated that its mission includes building an interdenominational altar of prayer and revival, equipping believers, activating spiritual gifts, encouraging soul winning and promoting spiritual freedom through the power of the Holy Spirit.
However, Dikeh stressed that NWPT is different from a conventional church.
“This is not a church; it is an intense gathering of those consecrated and equipped for the purposes of God,” the announcement stated.
The new movement is expected to hold weekly fellowship every Friday at 6pm.
The development comes months after Dikeh became increasingly open about her Christian faith. She began signing some of her social media posts as “Ada El-Roi” and became active in Pastor Jerry Eze’s NSPPD community.
In December 2025, the actress also shared a testimony at Streams of Joy International Church, where she spoke about overcoming struggles including smoking, alcohol addiction, masturbation and prolonged anger.
Dikeh said she started smoking at the age of 13 and credited God with delivering her from the struggles.
The actress, who ventured into politics in 2022 as a governorship running mate in Rivers State, has continued to attract public attention with developments in both her personal and professional life.
Earlier in 2026, she reflected on her turbulent marriage to her former husband, Olakunle Churchill, years after their highly publicised separation.
The pair later reconciled publicly, bringing an end to their long-running feud.
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