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Reality TV star Mercy Eke has shared insights into why she failed to clinch the Big Brother Naija title for the second time. Eke, who emerged victorious in the 2019 ‘Pepper Dem’ season, finished as the runner-up in the all-star edition. In a recent episode of Celebrity Quickies on comedian AY’s YouTube channel, Eke revealed that she believes her prior win worked against her during her second attempt. According to the star, some viewers were “allergic to winners” and felt she should not have another shot at the title, citing her previous success and financial status as reasons for her defeat. Despite the disappointment, Eke expressed gratitude for the experience, acknowledging that it unveiled the true nature of people and provided valuable life lessons. Eke concluded by affirming her status as a winner regardless of the outcome.