Iyabo Ojo and Mercy Aigbe's Playful Age Dispute Warms Hearts Online
Iyabo Ojo, Mercy Aigbe Age Dispute Goes Viral

A heartwarming video of Nollywood actresses Iyabo Ojo and Mercy Aigbe playfully disputing their ages has surfaced online, capturing the attention of fans and warming hearts across social media.

Iyabo Ojo Claims She Is Older by Ten Days

In the video, Iyabo Ojo insisted she is older than Mercy Aigbe by ten days and demanded to be called "Aunty." She said, "She's my younger sister, but she never likes to admit it. I'm older than her by 10 days." The funny exchange between the two movie stars stirred reactions from fans, many gushing about their beauty and friendship.

Iyabo also opened up about how she first met Mercy. She revealed that when Mercy started acting, people told her there was someone who acts like her. "The day I met her one-on-one, I approached her first and since then we have been friends," Iyabo said.

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Mercy Aigbe Shares Video on Social Media

Resharing the video on her X page, Mercy Aigbe wrote in a caption, "She doesn't want to agree that we're age mates." The video quickly went viral, with fans sharing their own stories about similar friendships.

Fans React to the Heartwarming Video

Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions that trailed the video. TheresaBridget3 commented, "My friend and I used to be like this, mind you I am 2 months older than her oo but she no dey ever accept say I senior her." Mercybunkie said, "But come to think of it.....I really do like Mercy. She is cool and calm too." nuttyfoodnbakes commented, "This is how two of my friends argue every year. One is April the other is June." sekina_tblac said, "Person wey senior me with 4yrs sef na my age group, not talk of days." Mosopemi commented, "I can relate, lol. I have a friend who is 11 days older than I am. She tells everyone who cares to listen that she's 11 days older and we're twins." yorubahood1 said, "Ojo mewa pere but you can't see it buy at the market I love your friendship."

Iyabo Ojo's Movie Success

In related news, Iyabo Ojo's movie "Return of Arinzo" hit another milestone at the box office four weeks after its release. According to FilmOne Entertainment, the film has recorded N311.5 million at the cinemas. Iyabo Ojo and Mercy Aigbe had earlier traveled to the UK for the second premiere of the movie.

Iyabo Ojo Sends Heartfelt Message to Toyin Abraham

Legit.ng previously reported that Toyin Abraham and Iyabo Ojo dismissed speculations of a feud after the viral drama at the latter's premiere. As the movie hit the cinema on Friday, April 3, 2026, Abraham was one of the celebrities who showed support for Ojo. Her direct message to fans caught Ojo's attention, who expressed gratitude, referring to the actress as her sister.

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