Mercy Aigbe celebrates Kemi Afolabi with emotional prayers and praise in a birthday tribute highlighting their strong friendship

Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe, on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, publicly celebrated fellow actress Kemi Afolabi with an emotional birthday tribute shared on Instagram, describing her colleague as a “strong woman” and a deeply valued friend within the Yoruba film industry.

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Mercy Aigbe birthday tribute Kemi Afolabi post featured affectionate messages, prayers, and personal praise, underscoring the close bond between the two actresses who have long shared professional and personal ties in Nollywood.

Mercy Aigbe referred to Kemi Afolabi as her “Personal Person” while offering prayers for peace, joy and prosperity in her new age.

The actress expressed gratitude for their friendship, wishing her colleague continuous favour and open doors in all her endeavours.

In her message, Mercy Aigbe prayed that Kemi Afolabi would experience abundance and clarity in the coming year, adding that she would not experience lack or confusion.

The post quickly attracted attention from fans and colleagues, many of whom echoed similar goodwill messages in the comments section.

The public exchange highlights the enduring relationships within the Yoruba film industry, where actors often celebrate personal milestones and professional achievements in full view of their audience.

Kemi Afolabi has in recent years also drawn public sympathy following revelations about her health struggles.

In 2022, she disclosed that she had been diagnosed with lupus after months of illness and initial misdiagnosis in Nigeria, later confirming the condition abroad.

The actress previously shared that the severity of her condition led her to make personal preparations for the worst outcome, including writing a will.

However, she has since continued treatment and publicly confirmed improvements in her health.

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Mercy Aigbe’s birthday message adds to a series of public gestures of support for Kemi Afolabi, reflecting both solidarity and affection within Nollywood’s creative community.