Nollywood actress, director, fashionista and entrepreneur, Mercy Aigbe Hajiah Amminah is best known for her Yoruba indigenous movies. She kicked off her acting career by starring in some soap operas, including the popular TV drama series ‘Papa Ajasco’ before joining the Nollywood industry fully in 2006. A native of Edo State, she holds a degree in Theatre Arts from the University of Lagos, Akoka. Known for her unique style and dressing, she won the 2016 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards. The entrepreneur has featured in movies including, Atunida Leyi, Igberaga, Ihamo, Ìpèsè, Irófunfun, Mafisere, Ojuife, Omoge Osas, Ile Oko Mii, Second Acts, Lagos Real Fake Life, Swallow, Crazy Grannies and Obsessions. In this interview with IJEOMA THOMAS-ODIA, she talks about her new project, Ada Omo Daddy, her passion acting and sundry issues in the Nigerian movie industry.
You have made your mark both in the Yoruba and English genres of Nollywood; which do you consider your comfort zone?
I started out with English, then I crossed over to Yoruba. I made my name in the Yoruba movie industry. I would always say that Yoruba is stronger for me, because the industry contributed greatly to who I am today. That said, I would say there is no division in Nollywood. It is one Nollywood; it is simply the medium that is different. Yoruba, English, Hausa or Igbo – they are all homegrown Nigerian movies. So, I am a part of Nollywood.
You have a career that has seen many years of success. Could you share some of the key factors that have helped you to continue to strive towards achieving your goals?
Being authentic to my brand is a key factor. Consistency, hard work and evolving with the times have been highly crucial. It might sound cliché, but I pray and God has been awesome.
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