In a recent turn of events, BBNaija alumnus, Mercy Eke, has issued a public apology following a controversial tweet from her social media handler, which labeled current housemate Onyeka as a “gold digger.” This statement has drawn considerable attention and criticism from fans and viewers of the show, raising questions about the impact of social media on personal reputations.
The now-deleted post accused Onyeka of pursuing a relationship with fellow housemate Ozee Mbadiwe solely due to his wealthy background, which many found to be an unfair characterization. The accusation sparked outrage among the BBNaija community, as viewers felt it perpetuated negative stereotypes and unnecessary drama within the show.
The offensive tweet originated from Mercy Eke’s verified X (formerly Twitter) account and quickly went viral, leading to a wave of backlash against her. Many fans expressed their disappointment, condemning Eke for allegedly stoking tensions and fueling unwarranted drama among housemates. The situation highlighted the challenges public figures face when managing their online presence and the actions of their social media teams.
In light of the growing criticism, Mercy Eke responded promptly by issuing an apology and distancing herself from the tweet in question. She took to her social media to address the issue and clarify her stance on the matter.
In her statement, Eke emphasized that the post was made by her handler without her consent, expressing her frustration over the incident. She stated, “Can’t believe I’m waking up to this on my birthday. A handler that was supposed to post my birthday contents and reply to birthday wishes was involving herself in a BBN drama and now I have to deal with this mess???” This sentiment reflects her dismay over the unexpected drama occurring on a day that should have been celebratory for her.
Eke continued, “I have left everything BBN behind for Christ’s sake! And seeing such silly opinions, especially about one of the housemates I like! The only reason I’m not tagging this person’s main page is to not get her bullied by fans because this is highly unprofessional.” Her remarks indicate a desire to separate herself from the controversies of the past and maintain a positive relationship with her fellow housemates.
She concluded her apology by addressing Team Onyeka directly, saying, “I apologize to Team Onyeka because this is so embarrassing coming from my account; it definitely does not represent me or how I feel.” This statement reinforces her commitment to supporting her peers and highlights her discomfort with the negative narrative that the tweet perpetuated.
