Nollywood star Mercy Aigbe in deep mourning as she announces the passing of her beloved mother, Abisola Grace Owodunni.
Award-winning Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe is mourning the loss of her mother, Abisola Grace Owodunni, whose passing she announced in an emotional Instagram post on September 24, 2025.
Aigbe shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram with a simple post featuring a candle and love emoji, symbolizing deep loss and eternal love. While she did not disclose the date or cause of her mother’s death, the announcement has sparked an outpouring of condolences from fans, colleagues, and industry figures.
During her lifetime, Mrs. Owodunni was a respected businesswoman who managed a supermarket and was known for her blend of discipline and warmth. Mercy Aigbe often credited her mother for instilling values of sacrifice and resilience that shaped her career and personal life.
“My mum’s guidance and support shaped me into who I am today,” Aigbe has often said in interviews.
This latest tragedy comes less than a year after Aigbe survived another life-shaking incident. In December 2024, the actress’s Lagos home was gutted by fire just days before the premiere of her movie Thin Line. While no lives were lost, Aigbe described the experience as “devastating.”
As Mercy Aigbe navigates this fresh grief, tributes continue to flood her social media pages, with many fans recalling her mother’s influence and extending prayers of comfort to the family.
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