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Mercy Aigbe

Name: Mercy Aigbe

Birthdate: January 1, 1978

Birthplace: Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria

Occupation: Actress, Filmmaker, Entrepreneur, Fashion Icon

Mercy Aigbe is a celebrated Nigerian actress renowned for her dynamic roles in Yoruba-language films.

Born in Benin City, she pursued her passion for the arts, earning a degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Lagos in 2001. Her breakout role came in 2006 with the film "Ara," propelling her into Nollywood stardom.

Beyond acting, Mercy is a successful entrepreneur, founding the Mag Divas Boutique in 2014 and launching her own skincare line. In 2016, she established the Mercy Aigbe Gentry School of Drama to mentor aspiring actors.

Her personal life has seen public attention, notably her marriage to Kazim Adeoti in 2022 and her conversion to Islam in 2023, adopting the name Hajiya Meena. Mercy continues to influence both the entertainment and fashion industries in Nigeria.

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