Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Mercy Aigbe has revealed why she converted from Christianity to Islam.
The actress said it is simply because of the love she has for her spouse, Kazim Adeoti.
She stated that the switch in religions wasn’t forced on her, but was her choice and it strengthened their bond as a couple.
In an exclusive chat with TVC’s breakfast show ‘Your View’ the actress was asked about her love life. Without hesitation, she said, “I love my husband,” blushing as she spoke.
Expanding on her feelings, she expressed:
“I love my husband so much. I don’t think any woman would have gone through what I went through if it was not for love because I really didn’t have to. I mean, I’m comfortable, I have glory, I have kids, so it’s love that did that for me.”
Addressing her religious shift from Christianity to Islam, she explained:
“It’s because of love that I did what I did, I remarried. I’m a lover girl, very emotional. I love love.”
When asked specifically why she changed her religion, and how her family felt about the switch, she responded:
“I just decided on my own. I’m a 45-year-old woman, responsible for my actions and decisions.”
“When it comes to religion, I’m very liberal. I love my husband very much; he’s very religious. He prays, and he’s someone I admire greatly, so I just felt that.”
“After COVID, I was struggling with church, so I decided to follow my husband, which strengthened our bond. I am excited to learn his religion, how to pray, and everything.”
