In Nollywood, where glitz and glamour often hide deep-seated rivalries, one feud has managed to overshadow even the most dramatic movie plots. The ongoing clash between Angela Okorie, Mercy Johnson, and Regina Daniels has exploded into a full-blown media spectacle complete with spiritual accusations, celebrity clapbacks, and buried secrets finally seeing daylight.
This isn’t just Nollywood drama. It’s personal. It’s spiritual. And it’s shaking up the entire entertainment industry.
Let’s break down the biggest celebrity feud Nollywood has seen in years.
From Sisterhood to Showdown: Angela & Mercy's Broken Bond
It started out like a fairy tale friendship. Angela Okorie and Mercy Johnson two powerhouse actresses navigating fame, roles, and the pressures of Nollywood were once close allies. Their friendship was rare, seemingly built on trust in an industry often riddled with competition and cutthroat ambition.
But in 2024, everything changed.
Angela Okorie shocked fans when she publicly accused Mercy Johnson and even her late mother of witchcraft. Yes, you read that right.
In Nigerian culture, that’s not just an insult. That’s a spiritual bombshell.
Angela claimed that her rise in Nollywood triggered envy and spiritual attacks from Mercy. This wasn’t about gossip. According to her, it was warfare the kind fought beyond the physical.
The Instagram Live That Ignited It All
Angela didn’t stop at accusations. She went LIVE on Instagram with a woman who claimed to be a former close friend of Mercy Johnson. The two spilled tea that scorched social media from claims of behind-the-scenes manipulation to Mercy allegedly using dark forces to maintain her position in the industry.
The accusations were wild. The views? Even wilder.
Angela went so far as to accuse Mercy of participating in blood rituals to secure her fame a claim that sent shockwaves through the culture and brought widespread backlash (and some quiet nods from believers in spiritual warfare).
Mercy Johnson’s Silence Speaks Volumes
While Angela went on the offensive, Mercy Johnson chose silence but a strategic kind. Rather than respond with fire, she filled her Instagram feed with faith-based quotes, Bible verses, and inspirational messages.
To some, this was dignity. To others, it felt like dodging the issue.
Was it grace or guilt? Fans are still debating.
Regina Daniels Enters: “You Dey Mad”
Just when the fire looked like it might die down, Regina Daniels Nollywood's Gen Z superstar — burst into the feud like a scene from a blockbuster.
In response to Angela’s accusations, Regina posted a now-viral clapback: “You dey mad.”
Translation: “You’re crazy.” 🔥
With those three words, Regina picked a side and made the feud go nuclear.
Angela vs Regina: The Gloves Come Off
Angela wasn’t having it.
She fired back at Regina, mocking her acting skills and claiming her fame was more about billionaire husband Ned Nwoko than talent. She called her performances “child’s play” and questioned her place in Nollywood altogether.
Angela even threw shade at Regina’s marriage, hinting at problems and scandals without naming specifics a bold move, considering Ned Nwoko’s massive influence.
-Mercy’s Marriage Rumors Resurface
Angela also dug into Mercy Johnson’s past, reviving whispers that she had married someone else’s husband. While these rumors had long been buried, Angela dragged them back into public view, trying to chip away at Mercy’s squeaky-clean public image.
Whether fact or fiction, the damage was done. The gossip cycle kicked into overdrive.
A Twist: Forgiveness… or More Fire?
In June 2025, Angela made a surprising announcement during another Instagram Live: she had forgiven Mercy Johnson after hearing she was allegedly ill.
But fans weren’t buying it.
Even while claiming forgiveness, Angela continued throwing shade telling Mercy to apologize to those she had wronged and accusing her of using church rhetoric to mask bad behavior.
The contradiction didn’t sit well with fans, many of whom questioned the sincerity behind the "forgiveness."
What This Means for Nollywood
This isn’t just celebrity drama, it’s a cautionary tale about fame, ego, spiritual beliefs, and what happens when private wounds go public.
The feud between Angela Okorie, Mercy Johnson, and Regina Daniels is more than just trending news it’s a cultural storm. One
The Bigger Picture: Fame, Faith, and Fear in Nollywood
This feud isn’t just about three women. It’s a mirror reflecting Nollywood’s evolving culture — one where spirituality, status, and social media collide.
Angela’s claims about spiritual attacks touch on deep-rooted cultural beliefs in juju, envy, and metaphysical battles for power. Mercy Johnson’s quiet reliance on scripture and public silence represents a common strategy in African society — when accused of witchcraft or wrongdoing, let your “God fight your battles.”
And Regina Daniels? She represents a newer, bolder generation unafraid to clap back, defend loved ones, and let social media do the talking.
These three women embody three powerful archetypes:
Angela: The unfiltered truth-teller, fearless in exposing what others dare not say.
Mercy: The spiritual matriarch, embodying grace under fire.
Regina: The Gen Z firebrand, loyal, quick-witted, and unbothered.
Public Reaction: Fans Are Divided
The Internet has become a battleground. Here's what fans are saying:
"Angela is brave. She's exposing the darkness in Nollywood!"
"Mercy doesn’t need to talk. Her silence speaks volumes."
"Regina defending Mercy is everything. We love a loyal queen!"
"This feels like a Nollywood movie, but it’s real life."
Twitter threads. Instagram Lives. TikTok explainers. Even YouTube reactors are cashing in on the drama. This feud has become a social media phenomenon.
Where Do We Go From Here?
Could reconciliation ever happen?
Not likely at least not soon. Too many lines have been crossed, too much has been said, and too many receipts have been dropped.
But one thing’s clear: this feud has changed Nollywood.
🔹 Fans are demanding more transparency.
🔹 Spiritual accusations are being taken more seriously.
🔹 Younger actors are rethinking how they navigate loyalty and alliances.
Whether this drama ends with a handshake or a lawsuit remains to be seen — but it has already written itself into Nollywood history.
Coming Soon? Nollywood Needs to Tell This Story
Let’s be real: this feud is already more gripping than half the movies out there. Could we see a film adaptation?
Picture it:
A Netflix Original
“Nollywood Queens: Blood, Fame & Feuds”
Starring fictional versions of Angela, Mercy, and Regina…
We’d all watch it. Twice.
Final Thoughts: When Fame Becomes a Battlefield
This feud has become a masterclass in how celebrity culture, spiritual beliefs, and digital platforms intersect in modern Africa.
It’s funny, it’s shocking, and at times it’s deeply human.
We see jealousy, forgiveness, silence, loyalty, and pain. But we also see resilience, especially from women trying to navigate an industry that often pits them against each other.
Whether you're team Angela, Mercy, or Regina — one thing’s certain: Nollywood will never be the same again.
Let’s Talk!
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