Former Big Brother Naija star Tacha Akide has demonstrated that any past tensions with fellow contestant Mercy Eke have been resolved. On Mercy’s birthday, Tacha took to social media to send warm wishes, calling her stunning and encouraging her to keep thriving.
“Happy Big Birthday, beautiful!! Keep shining.”
Fans quickly responded to Tacha’s heartfelt message, with one user, i_amchibuikevc, commenting, “This is lovely, I appreciate this energy.”
Another, real_sommy, replied, “Thanks, love.”
Chisomanosike added, “Such a positive vibe. Tacha and Mercy forever.”
Back in 2023, tensions flared when Tacha appeared to take a subtle jab at Mercy after she showcased her Range Rover shortly after Mercy did the same, sparking conversations online. Tacha’s tweet, “But is she me?” implied she considered herself in a class of her own.
That same year, following Ilebaye’s victory in the All Stars edition-where she outperformed Mercy and others-Tacha hinted at Mercy’s inability to win her original season without disqualification, suggesting she had made her point.
Actress Iheme Nancy, unhappy with Tacha’s remarks, defended Mercy by highlighting that Mercy had garnered more votes during their season and remained the undisputed winner, dismissing Tacha’s claims.
Their fallout originated during the ‘Pepper Dem’ season, when a heated altercation led to Tacha’s disqualification and Mercy’s eventual triumph. Many speculated that Tacha might have taken the crown if not for the incident, fueling her resentment towards Mercy for what she saw as a stolen victory.
However, in 2022, the duo publicly mended fences, addressing their longstanding feud and criticizing those who tried to keep the hostility alive.
In a candid interview with Toke Makinwa, both Tacha and Mercy expressed that they refuse to conform to public expectations of animosity, noting that some people thrive on conflict.
They further dispelled rumors of ongoing discord by appearing together on Khloe Abiri’s Instagram Live, showcasing their renewed friendship and proving that their bond endures.