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Alleged defamation: Mercy Johnson drops charges against Tik Toker amid public outcry

Alleged defamation: Mercy Johnson drops charges against Tik Toker amid public outcry

Africa Links 24 with Racheal Ayodele
Published on 2026-01-17 21:13:08

Famous Nollywood actress, Mercy Johnson, has finally secured the release of TikToker, Eedie Bliss, from detention.

Eedie Bliss regained her freedom on Saturday, January 17, 2026, after Mercy Johnson dropped all charges against her following public outcry on social media platforms.

The development came hours after popular social media critic, VeryDarkMan, dragged the actress and accused her of oppression, noting that defamation is a civil case.

Joining other Nigerians in seeking her release from police detention, VeryDarkMan issued an ultimatum to the actress.

A few hours…

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