Defamatory Video
OpenLife Nigeria reports that popular Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has officially withdrawn charges against TikTok content creator Eedie Bliss, who was recently arrested over a defamatory video involving the actress’s family.
The development comes days after the content creator was detained in Abuja following a petition filed by Mercy Johnson’s husband, Prince Odi Okojie, over allegations shared on social media.
Confirming Eedie Bliss’s release via Instagram, Mercy Johnson stated that the decision to withdraw the case was taken out of love and respect for numerous individuals who intervened on her behalf.
“For the love of respect we have for numerous individuals, we have decided to withdraw the charges against their lady in question.
Please, you all should leave my family alone.”
The actress further lamented what she described as a deliberate attempt by some individuals to destabilize her marriage.
She explained that because many people could not believe she had remained married for 15 years, they allegedly devised plans to destroy her home.
She questioned their motives, asking:
What would they gain from it?
Mercy Johnson further revealed that the online falsehoods had spilled into real-life consequences for her children.
ACTRESS REVEALS HER CHILDREN ARE BEING BULLIED IN SCHOOL
The mother of four disclosed that her teenage children have been subjected to bullying in school due to the lies circulating on social media.
According to her, the situation has become so severe that:
Parents will tell their kids not to allow her kids to touch their school bags because she is w!tch.
She described the experience as painful and distressing, especially as a mother trying to protect her family from public toxicity.
WHY MERCY JOHNSON CHOSE TO LET EEDIE BLISS GO
Despite the gravity of the allegations, Mercy Johnson said she and her husband decided to let the matter go after receiving numerous calls from people they deeply respect, pleading for compassion.
She emphasized that the decision was not because the allegations were true, but purely out of respect and maturity.
However, she issued a firm warning to those spreading allegations online:
“Everybody who has used his or her page to alleged must produce prove it.”
WHO IS MERCY JOHNSON OKOJIE?
Mercy Johnson-Okojie is one of Nigeria’s most celebrated Nollywood actresses, known for her versatility, emotional depth, and strong screen presence.
CAREER
She rose to fame in the early 2000s and has starred in hundreds of Nollywood films, earning multiple awards and nominations. Her performances often resonate with family-oriented audiences across Africa.
Marriage and Family.
Mercy Johnson has been married to Prince Odi Okojie, a businessman and politician, for 15 years. Their union is blessed with four children, she is an elegant actress who is widely admired in the entertainment industry.
CHILDREN
The couple is blessed with four children, whom Mercy frequently describes as her greatest joy and priority.
WHO IS PRINCE ODI OKOJIE?
Prince Odi Okojie is Mercy Johnson’s husband and a Nigerian politician and businessman. He has largely maintained a low public profile but is known to be protective of his family. It was through his legal petition that action was taken against the defamatory content shared online.
WHO IS EEDIE BLISS AND WHAT DID SHE ALLEGED?
In a now deleted video posted in December 2025, TikTok creator Eedie Bliss claimed that Mercy Johnson’s husband, Prince Odi Okojie, had purchased a house for a pregnant mistress.
She further alleged that Mercy Johnson secretly planted a house help in the alleged mistress’s home to act as a spy, and that actions linked to this arrangement eventually led to the woman losing her pregnancy — a claim that spread widely online but was never independently verified before going viral.
THE ARREST AND DETENTION IN ABUJA
Following the circulation of the video, Eedie Bliss was arrested and detained in Abuja after a formal petition was filed by Prince Odi Okojie. While no official arrest date was publicly disclosed, the detention sparked widespread reactions online.
She was later released after Mercy Johnson confirmed the withdrawal of charges.
Social Media Pressure and Intervention by Content Creators
Several online personalities and activists reportedly appealed for Eedie Bliss’s release, urging Mercy Johnson and her husband to show mercy.
Notably, controversial activist VeryDarkMan and other content creators used their platforms plead with Mercy Johnson for Eddie release
Their intervention, alongside private appeals from respected individuals, reportedly influenced the couple’s decision.
FINAL APPEAL: “LEAVE MY FAMILY ALONE ”
Mercy Johnson concluded her statement with a heartfelt plea for privacy and accountability, making it clear that while she has chosen peace, she will no longer tolerate falsehoods.
Her message stands as both a warning and a call for responsible use of social media in an era where unverified claims can cause real harm.
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