Reality Star Mercy Eke Apologizes After Handler Labels Big Brother Naija Housemate "Gold Digger"
Mercy Eke, a popular reality TV star, has issued a formal apology after her social media handler sparked outrage by labeling Big Brother Naija "No Loose Guard" housemate, Onyeka, a "gold digger." The tweet, which has since been deleted, accused Onyeka of being with Ozee Mbadiwe solely due to his wealthy background.
The post, published on Mercy Eke’s verified social media handle, caused a stir among fans, who took to their social media pages to condemn her action. In a rare move, Mercy Eke personally intervened to issue an apology, explaining that the tweet was not written by her but by her social media handler.
According to Mercy Eke, the incident occurred on her birthday, when she woke up to find her social media handler had posted a message that was not part of her birthday celebrations. In her apology, she clarified that she has moved on from her Big Brother Naija days and couldn’t have been involved in the drama surrounding Onyeka’s relationship.
The reality star expressed regret over the situation, saying she was embarrassed by the content and didn’t represent her or her feelings. Mercy Eke also expressed concerns for her social media handler’s well-being, deciding not to tag them in the post to prevent further backlash from fans.
While the controversy has raised eyebrows, Mercy Eke’s apology has helped to quell the situation. As the reality TV world continues to evolve, the importance of social media handlers cannot be overstated, especially when it comes to the public image of high-profile personalities like Mercy Eke.
