Mercy Eke

Mercy Eke
Eke being interviewed by Wazobia Max TV in October 2019
Born
Chinenyenwa Mercy Eke

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
EducationImo State University
Occupations
  • Entrepreneur
  • actress
  • video vixen
  • media and tv personality
Years active2019–present
Known forWinner of Big Brother Naija season 4
TelevisionBig Brother Naija

Chinenyenwa Mercy Eke // ⓘ is a Nigerian entrepreneur, actress, video vixen and reality TV star. She won season 4 of Big Brother Naija in 2019, becoming the first ever woman to win the reality show. She is the founder of MNM luxury and Lambo Homes. On 14 March 2020, Eke received the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Award for Best Dressed Female.

Early life

Eke graduated from Imo State University. In 2025, she enrolled in Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Career

Eke appeared as a vixen in the music video for Davido and Ichaba's single "Baby Mama". She also appeared in the music video for Airboy's song "Nawo Nawo". Eke auditioned for Big Brother Naija four times before becoming a contestant. Eke entered the Big Brother Naija house on 30 June 2019 and she was announced as the winner, becoming the first woman to win the show.

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. Eke has also appeared in short comedy skits alongside a few Nigerian comedians. She joined Big Brother Naija All Stars, July 2023 where she emerged as the first runner up. She played the role of Jackie in Netflix series Shanty Town.

Business ventures

Eke has signed endorsement deals and become a brand ambassador for multiple brands, including Ciroc and Mr.Taxi. She also launched her own clothing line MNM Luxury. She is currently owning a Real Estate Company named Lambo Homes founded in 2020.

Filmography

Television

Television
Year Reality Show Role Notes
2019 Big Brother Naija Season 4 Contestant Winner
2023 Big Brother Naija All Stars Season 8 Contestant 1st Runner-up

Film

Year Film Role
2020 Fate of Alakada Herself
2023 Shanty Town Jackie

Music videos

Year Title Artist Ref.
2017 "Baby Mama" Ichaba featuring Davido
2017 "Nawo Nawo Song" Airboy
2019 "Ije Ego" MC Galaxy
2020 "Take It" Rudeboy

Awards and nominations

Year Association Category Nominated works Result Ref
2019 Scream Awards Celebrity Sensation of the year Herself Won
2020 AMVCA Best Dressed female Won
Net Honours Most Popular Couple Won
2021 Most Popular Person Nominated
2022 Consumers Choice Awards Africa Special Award Won
2023 African Entertainment Awards, USA Reality TV Star of the Year Won

References

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  4. ↑ BellaNaija.com (18 May 2020). "Mercy Eke has Finally Fulfilled her Dream of Owning a Real Estate Company". BellaNaija. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
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  13. ↑ "Find Out Why #BBNaija's Mercy Slapped Broda Shaggi in this Hilarious Video | Watch". 15 January 2020.
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  15. ↑ Adeyemi, Ameedat (23 July 2023). "Mercy, WhiteMoney, Seyi others unveiled as housemates for BBNaija 'All-stars' edition". Peoples Gazette. Abuja, Nigeria. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
  16. ↑ Simon, Justina (1 October 2023). "BREAKING: Ilebaye Wins N120m BBNaija Grand Prize, Mercy Eke Emerges First Runner Up". The Whistler. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  17. ↑ Reporter, Our (20 January 2023). "Mercy Eke makes Netflix debut". The Nation. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
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  20. ↑ Oladimeji (21 December 2019). "Mercy Eke Launches Clothing Line 'MNM Luxury'". 36ng.
  21. ↑ BellaNaija.com (18 May 2020). "Mercy Eke has Finally Fulfilled her Dream of Owning a Real Estate Company". BellaNaija. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
  22. ↑ "Behold, Lambo homes – Mercy and Ike". Behold, Lambo homes – Mercy and Ike. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
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  24. ↑ "Airboy - Nawo Nawo (Official Video)" – via www.youtube.com.
  25. ↑ "BBNaija's Mercy and Ike Star in MC Galaxy's 'Ije Ego' Video". 2 January 2020.
  26. ↑ "Cryptic Messages Between Mercy Eke & Paul Okoye 'Rudeboy' On Instagram Sparks Secret Dating Rumors (Photos)". 6 February 2020.
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  30. ↑ "Net Honours - The Class of 2021". The NET. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 21 July 2021.
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