First runner up of the BBNaija All Stars show, Mercy Eke has hailed Ilebaye Odiniya after she emerged winner of the show.

She stated that Ilebaye played a great game and deserved to walk with her head raised high.

Mercy Eke issued her first public statement following her loss at the just-ended Big Brother Naija All Stars program.

On Sunday night, Ilebaye won the All Stars competition, defeating Mercy Eke, Ceec, Pere, Cross, and Adekunle. While many expected Mercy Eke to win, the reality personality emerged as second, with only 23% of the vote to Ilebaye’s 30%.

Mercy Eke, despite her loss, is keeping her head up and has extended a hand of friendship to Ilebaye.

“Big Brother All Stars Called and I answered!! *I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” — Dr. Maya Angelou *

•A special thank you to my Family (my mum, my big sister, cousins, etc.) Thank you!

•Mercenaries 🛡️

You rode with me from 2019 and still ride with me. Thank you. I am still in awe at the love and support you still show me, at the work done, the love shown, the battles fought to see me get to the top! Words cannot express how grateful I am. I have never taken you all for granted. We are bonded for life! This girl mercy Eke is nothing without your love!

•To Multichoice-

Thank you for this great platform that has birthed my success story and that of many. I will always remain grateful.

My profound gratitude goes to everyone who went out of their way to support me 🫂 I say a big Thank You to every one of you.

•Not to forget our beautiful winner of the show @ilebayeee Congratulations on your win. Wear your crown, raise your head high, and shine forever. You played a great game!

Words cannot describe how grateful I am to everyone. Thank you guys”.