Veteran Nollywood actor and film producer Olaide Olabanji has accused Mercy Aigbe of cutting ties with him after he helped launch her career. Speaking in an interview with media personality Oyinmomo, Olabanji claimed he discovered Aigbe in 2004 while she was working at a shop, before encouraging her to act and supporting her entry into Nollywood. He stated that he played a significant role in her early career and expressed disappointment over what he described as her growing distance as her fame increased. Olabanji said their relationship soured further when Aigbe allegedly blocked him on social media, a move he interpreted as a deliberate effort to erase their connection. He recounted instances where she appeared unfriendly during professional and social meetings. Despite attempts to reach her, Mercy Aigbe had not responded to the allegations by the time of reporting.
Olaide Olabanji's public recounting of being blocked by Mercy Aigbe reveals how quickly gratitude evaporates in the glare of stardom. When an actress who once needed a break now ignores the man who gave her one, it underscores a recurring pattern in Nollywood where origin stories are quietly discarded. This isn't about one fallout—it reflects how success often comes with rewritten histories. For aspiring actors watching, the message is clear: fame may open doors, but it also teaches you which hands to let go of.
