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Lagos, Nigeria – Nollywood star Mercy Johnson Okojie has warmed hearts with her sweet words for fellow actress Regina Daniels, calling her “my very own blood” in a touching social media moment.
The exchange happened after Mercy announced her latest achievement—a brand ambassador deal with an online refrigerator company.
Mercy shared the exciting news on Instagram, buzzing with pride and gratitude. Regina quickly jumped into the comments, writing, “Nnem! Congratulations, mummy.” Mercy’s heartfelt reply, “My pride. My very own blood,” melted fans’ hearts, showcasing the strong bond between the two actresses. Fans flooded social media with praise for their sisterly love, with one user saying, “This kind of support in Nollywood is beautiful!”
Meanwhile, in other Nollywood news, actress Biola Adebayo has left fans shocked after announcing the end of her marriage to Oluwaseyi Akinrinde.
On June 3, 2025, Biola revealed on Instagram that the couple parted ways in April 2024. The actress, known for her YouTube series Talk to B, married Oluwaseyi in a civil ceremony at the Ikoyi Registry on April 27, 2021.
Biola had previously opened up about their journey to parenthood, welcoming their son via surrogacy in 2023 after a tough road that included a failed IVF attempt and multiple unsuccessful surrogacy procedures.
Following her announcement, old wedding videos of the couple have resurfaced online, leaving fans curious about what led to their split.
The contrast of Mercy and Regina’s heartwarming moment and Biola’s sad news has sparked conversations across social media. Nigerians are celebrating the unity among Nollywood stars while sending support to Biola during this tough time. As one fan put it, “Nollywood is like a family—there’s love, but there’s also real-life struggles.”
