Mercy Eke | |
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Born | [1] | 29 September 1990
Education | Imo State University |
Occupations |
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Years active | 2019–present |
Television | Big Brother Naija |
Children | None |
Awards | AMVCA 2020 |
Mercy Eke // ⓘ (born 29 September 1990), is a Nigerian media personality, actress, video vixen and entrepreneur from Imo State. She won season 4 of Big Brother Naija in October 2019, becoming the first woman to win the reality show.[2][3] She is the founder of MNM luxury.
On 14 March 2020, Eke received the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Award for Best Dressed Female.[4]
Eke is from Imo State, Nigeria. She attended Egbu Girls Secondary School in Owerri, and graduated from Imo State University in 2014. Eke appeared as a vixen in the music video for Davido and Ichaba's single "Baby Mama".[5] She also appeared in the music video for Airboy's song "Nawo Nawo".[6] Eke auditioned for Big Brother Naija four times before becoming a contestant.[7]
Eke entered the Big Brother Naija house on 30 June 2019. She was announced as the winner in October 2019, becoming the first woman to win the show .[8]
After winning season 4 of Big Brother Naija, Eke became an ambassador and influencer for various organizations. In 2020, she made her acting debut in the Nollywood film Fate of Alakada.[9] Eke has also appeared in short comedy skits alongside a few Nigerian comedians.[10][11] She joined Big Brother Naija All Star, July 2023[12]
Eke has signed endorsement deals and become a brand ambassador for multiple brands, including Ciroc and Mr.Taxi.[13][14] She also launched her own clothing line MNM Luxury.[15]
Year | Reality Show | Role | Notes |
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2019 | Big Brother Naija Season 4 | Herself/
Contestant |
Reality show/
Game show |
2020 | Fate of Alakada[16] | Herself | Film |
2023 | Big Brother Naija Season 8 All Stars | Herself/
Contestant |
Reality Show/
Game Show |
Year | Title | Artist | Ref. |
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2017 | "Baby Mama" | Ichaba featuring Davido | [17] |
2017 | "Nawo Nawo Song" | Airboy | [18] |
2019 | "Ije Ego" | MC Galaxy | [19] |
2020 | "Take It" | Rudeboy | [20] |
Year | Event | Category | Result | Ref |
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2019 | Scream Awards | Celebrity Sensation of the year | Won | [21] |
2020 | AMVCA | Best Dressed female | Won | [22] |
Net Honours | Most Popular Couple | Won | [23] | |
2021 | Most Popular Person | Nominated | [24] |