Why I stayed with my husband &#8211; Mercy Aigbe reveals

“I’m still coughing and sneezing blood after three weeks” | 5 things we learned from Mercy Aigbe’s new interview

Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has been the subject of a marriage controversy that is characterized by domestic violence, abuse and allegations of cheating. In an exclusive interview with Broadway TV, Mercy Aigbe told of how and why she has had to cope with abuse from her husband, Lanre Gentry before finally going public few weeks... Read More

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May 10, 2017

The YNaija Cover this morning – the 10th of May

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May 10, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Man who claims he slept with Mercy Aigbe in 2014 says his account was hacked, Davido’s second daughter arrives | More stories

Here are the top stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing on today’s Entertainment Roundup. Davido is a father again, welcomes second daughter Hailey Hailey Veronica Adeleke came into the world on Tuesday 9th May in a private hospital in Atlanta. The “If” singer shared few details... Read More

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May 10, 2017

The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today

These are the top five stories you should monitor today. 15-year-old killer herdsman sentenced to death for murder A 15-year-old Fulani herdsman, Haruna Usman was convicted to death by a Kogi State High Court on Tuesday. Usman was said to have been guilty of stabbing one Happy David to death following an argument while trying... Read More

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May 9, 2017

‘I had sex with Mercy Aigbe countless times’ | Fashion designer alleges

by Azeez Adeniyi An Abuja-based fashion designer, @Bostonroland on Instagram has alleged that he slept with Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe in 2014. According to him, he was unaware that she was a celebrity and was married. He alleged that Aigbe told him she was a single mom and they had sex a couple of times.... Read More

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May 9, 2017

Mercy Aigbe’s estranged husband reportedly remanded in prison

by Omoleye Omoruyi The story of Nigerian actress, Mercy Aigbe and her husband, Lanre Gentry, is not leaving the news stands as soon as expected. Mercy and her husband have been having a war of words on social media since she released photos of her battered face and concerned authorities have waded into the matter.... Read More

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May 9, 2017

Mercy Aigbe gushed about her estranged husband two months ago (WATCH)

by Azeez Adeniyi A video of Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe praising her husband, Lanre Gentry just two months before she accused him of domestic violence and assault has gone viral. In the interview with Goldmyne TV, the actress praised her husband, stating that he is the most supportive person she has met. She had described... Read More

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May 8, 2017

The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. TRUST BUHARI TO MAKE CORRECT DECISIONS REGARDING HIS PERSONAL HEALTH | TINUBU TELLS NIGERIANS National leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has said Nigerians should focus on the achievements of President Muhammadu Buhari rather than unfounded speculations about his health. In a... Read More

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May 8, 2017

‘Now you are on the run’ | Mercy Aigbe calls out estranged husband

by Azeez Adeniyi Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has written an open letter to her estranged husband, Lanre Gentry, asking why he broke her skull. Mercy who posted a picture of her undergoing a brain scan asked why he has been threatening to kill her, despite professing love to her in the past. The actress also... Read More

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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. I CHALLENGE YOU TO BACK YOUR ALLEGATIONS WITH PROOF! | MERCY AIGBE REPLIES HUSBAND Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has reacted to allegations by her husband, Lanre Gentry that she is mentally unstable. The actress had accused her hotelier husband of physically assaulting during their 7-year-old... Read More

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Mercy Aigbe’s husband, Lanre Gentry absent at first court proceedings

by Azeez Adeniyi The divorce proceedings involving Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe and her enstranged husband, Lanre Gentry started today in Lagos, TheNetng reports. According to news platform, the actress was present while Gentry was absent from the proceedings. Mercy Aigbe, who spoke to TheNETng, said she was shocked to see that upon her arrival, they... Read More

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‘Mercy Aigbe’s husband at large as 3 suspects have been arrested, Police report says’

by Azeez Adeniyi The Police has arrested three suspects over physical assault complaint filed by Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe against her husband, Lanre Gentry for alleged physical assault, LIB reports. The actress had accused her hotelier husband of maltreatment and assault. However, Gentry has continued denying the claim, stating that he has never beaten her.... Read More

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I challenge you to back your allegations with proof! | Mercy Aigbe replies husband

by Azeez Adeniyi Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has reacted to allegations by her husband, Lanre Gentry that she is mentally unstable. The actress had accused her hotelier husband of physically assaulting during their 7-year-old marriage. Gentry on the other hand has denied ever beating her. [Read Also: MERCY AIGBE HAD BRUISES ALL OVER HER BODY WHEN... Read More

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Entertainment Roundup: “All I get from you is constant beating and threat to my life”, Mercy Aigbe responds to husband; Drake denies getting former porn star pregnant | More stories

Catch up on all the biggest stories from yesterday and others that unraveled while you slept – and are still buzzing on today’s Entertainment Roundup. Mercy Aigbe speaks out for the first time since her marriage crash reports Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has finally addressed all the reports that surround the news of the end... Read More

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The Late 5: These are the stories that drove conversations today

These are the top five stories that drove conversations today. YOU HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR IF YOU WERE NOT INVOLVED IN LOOTING SPREE, EFCC REPLIES EKWEREMADU The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has advised Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, to relax his mind if he was not involved in the “looting spree that seems... Read More

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The YNaija Cover this evening – the 4th of May

Follow these stories on YNaija by clicking the links below: Mercy Aigbe’s husband called her crazy and we’re wondering what the actual heck this is? FG closes false asset declaration case against Saraki Zimbabwe is more developed than Nigeria – Mugabe

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Mercy Aigbe’s husband called her crazy and we’re wondering what the actual heck this is?

Honestly, we’re tired! Tired of celebrity divorces and the mentally exhausting stories that come with them. Less than a week ago, news of Mercy Aigbe’s marriage issues was all over the place. A number of us frankly hoped it was another rumour that would be diffused in good time. Then less than a day after... Read More

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Mercy Aigbe had bruises all over her body when she came for help – Commissioner

by Azeez Adeniyi The Lagos State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Lola Akande has said Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe had bruises on her face when she came to report her husband, Lanre Gentry. The Commissioner said this while speaking with newsmen in Lagos. Akande said the actress was coughing blood and looking exhausted... Read More

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Mercy Aigbe has mental issues | Husband, Lanre Gentry alleges

by Dolapo Adelana Lanre Gentry, husband of Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has said that his wife is mentally unstable. The hotelier made the allegation Wednesday in a chat with Best of Nollywood. “Mercy has mental issues and I am the one who knows how many places we’ve been to so she can remain stable. I have papers... Read More

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May 3, 2017

Mercy Aigbe files restraining order against her husband, Lanre Gentry

by Azeez Adeniyi Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has filed a restraining order against her husband, Lanre Gentry. Aigbe had accused her husband of assault and domestic violence in their 7 years of marriage. The order with suit number FC/AL/25/2017 was issued by the Ikeja Magistrate court. [Read Also: LAGOS GOVT TO PROSECUTE MERCY AIGBE’S HUSBAND FOR... Read More

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May 1, 2017

Entertainment Roundup: Mercy Aigbe’s husband to be investigated for domestic violence, Ciara welcomes baby girl | More stories

The biggest entertainment stories from the weekend and others that unraveled on Sunday night – and still buzzing this morning. Mercy Aigbe-Gentry took over the weekend starting Friday night… Starting from news that the Nollywood actress’ marriage to Lagos-based hotelier, Lanre Gentry had crashed based on alleged violence. Pictures of Mercy Aigbe‘s bloodstained face were... Read More

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April 30, 2017

Lagos govt to prosecute Mercy Aigbe’s husband for alleged assault

by Azeez Adeniyi Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe has dragged her hotelier husband, Lanre Gentry to the Lagos Ministry of Women Affairs for investigation and prosecution over alleged battery and assault, Telegraph reports. The newspaper reports that Gentry may be prosecuted for wife battery as Lagos State government has begun investigation into the matter. A top... Read More

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April 29, 2017

“How can my wife still stay with me if I beat her everyday?” | Mercy Aigbe’s husband reacts to marriage crash reports

by Tolu.O Lanre Gentry, husband of Nollywood actress, Mercy Aigbe-Gentry has continued to defend himself following allegations of domestic violence that have trailed the couple since Friday. Mr Gentry again took to the comments section of Linda Ikeji’s Blog to reiterate that the reports are false. He wrote, “How can wife that in my... Read More

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March 4, 2017

#AMVCA2017: Because Nigerians keeping to time is a myth, here’s a look at tonight’s latecomers

If Nigerians got paid to arrive at events on time, they’d still be late… just because punctuality is that one characteristic most of us do not (and may never) possess. For factors including “traffic was mad”, “my make-up artist didn’t arrive on time”, “I tried on 8 dresses before I settled for this”, “na my guy... Read More

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March 4, 2017

#AMVCA2017: Let’s throw it back to our top five moments from past shows

It’s almost time for the 5th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards and we are just as excited as you are for those who will be going home with awards, the red carpet fashion killers, the speeches that will have us shedding a decent measure of tears and the OMG moments maybe. If... Read More

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March 3, 2017

The Dummies Guide to understanding red carpet style at the AMVCA

The Fifth edition of the Africa Magic Viewer’s Choice Awards (AMVCA) is scheduled to go down tomorrow, Saturday, the 4th of March, 2017. The nominees are ready and we know for sure by now what are favourite movies to win are. The AMVCA is by far the biggest movie award night around these parts, what... Read More

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June 11, 2015

Ah! Mercy Aigbe Gentry reacts to pregnancy report (PHOTOS)

Mercy Aigbe is glowing! Although viral reports say the Yoruba movie star and mother of two might be pregnant, she has refused to confirm or deny the reports. When YNaija reached out to her, she responded with “ah” and laughed out loud for seconds. She however refused to comment further. The actress had her last... Read More

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June 3, 2015