“I Quit My Oil And Gas Company Job To Cook” Winifred Nwania Shares in Episode 3 of Mercy’s Menu Season 4!

Episode 3 of Mercy’s Menu season 4 introduces cook book author, influencer, and etiquette coach, Winifred Nwania to Mercy Johnson Okojie’s kitchen. In this episode, Mercy and Winifred talk about the difference between a chef and a cook while they cook up a tasty Spaghetti and Curry sauce meal.

Winifred Nwania Shares in Episode 3 of Mercy’s Menu Season 4!

As the episode rolled out, Winifred took the forefront in cooking and dishing out table etiquette as they ate. She also shared the story behind her passion for cooking while taking many twists down sad and happy memory lane. Winifred also talked about her book, family, career, and content creation.

Deep into the episode, Mercy got Winifred to spill her relationship status and what she wants from a man. From marriage to maternal and business talks, these duo shared helpful advice for all women.

Winifred Nwania Shares in Episode 3 of Mercy’s Menu Season 4!

Season 4 is proudly powered by Power Oil, in association with Tiger Foods Limited.

You can catch new episodes on ROK every Sunday evenings at 7pm WAT/8pm CAT, the repeats every Wednesday mornings at 8 am WAT/9 am CAT and Friday evenings at 4 pm WAT/5 pm CAT and on Mercy Johnson Cooks Tv on YouTube every Thursdays.

Watch episode 3 below:
https://youtu.be/qgf6pFuayM8

ETIM EFFIONG GETS REAL: MUST-SEE MOMENTS FROM MERCY’S MENU SEASON 4 EPISODE 1!

Mercy’s Menu kitchen talk show is back with its fourth season, hosted by award-winning Nollywood superstar and entrepreneur, Mercy Johnson Okojie.

In the premiere episode, Mercy welcomes Nollywood actor and producer, Etim Effiong, to her kitchen. Together, they whip up a mouth-watering dish of Doya and Grilled Fish while engaging in a lively discussion covering various topics such as family, marriage, Etim’s passion for acting and producing. From his journey to fame, including the challenges encountered along the way and lots more.

The interesting episode wraps up with the duo enjoying a fun game of Guess the Shot.

Season 4 is proudly powered by Power Oil, in association with Tiger Foods Limited.

You can catch new episodes on ROK every Sunday evenings at 7pm WAT/8pm CAT, the repeats every Wednesday mornings at 8 am WAT/9 am CAT and Friday evenings at 4 pm
WAT/5 pm CAT and on Mercy Johnson Cooks Tv on YouTube every Thursdays.

Watch episode 1 below:
https://youtu.be/REVZop3D574

MERCY JOHNSON OKOJIE ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF `MERCY’S MENU’ SEASON 4 THIS MARCH!

Join the award winning Nollywood superstar and entrepreneur, Mercy Johnson Okojie, as she opens up her kitchen to an impressive line up of celebrities and public figures in season 4 of Mercy’s Menu this March.

From mouth-watering recipes to interesting conversations about life, love, and everything in between, Mercy’s guests dish out the juiciest details on family, love, work, scandals, and overcoming life’s toughest challenges.

The 10 episode kitchen talk show features Basket Mouth (Bright Okpocha), Kiekie (Bukunmi Adeaga-Ilori), Daniel Etim-Effiong, Scarlet Gomez, Dr. Carolyna Hutchings,, CEO Luminee (Abiodun Folashade Tokunbo), Osabouhien OLuchi Mary, Queen Naomi Silekunola, Jay on-air (Joseph Onalapo) and Winifred Nwania.

Premiering this Sunday, March 3rd, 7 pm WAT/8 pm CAT on ROK on DSTV and GOtv. Mercy’s Menu Season 4 promises an unforgettable mix of laughter and heart-warming moments.

Mercy’s Menu Season 4 is produced by MJO Productions and WildFlower Productions, and co-executive produced by Ifeoma ‘Oma Areh.

Season 4 is proudly powered by Power Oil for the second time again , in association with Tiger Foods Limited.

You can catch the repeats on ROK every Wednesday mornings at 8:30 am WAT/9:30 am CAT and Friday evenings at 4 pm WAT/5 pm CAT and on YouTube every Thursdays.

Slaps, Kisses and Chaos! It’s the action filled Episode 9 of the University of Cruise

There’s double unseriousness in the newest episode of the fun filled series, University of Cruise!

After the fleeting peace in the previous episode, our rascal undergraduates take an interesting decision. At the beginning, it earns them fame and respect. Afterwards? They are greeted with slaps and threats for their greed.

In the midst of all the drama, the lens focuses on Etim and Flo as they go on a date and enjoy some “intimacy” with each other. Their romance seems to be blooming irrespective of all obstacles.

Episode 9 airs this Saturday 2nd of December 2023 on ROK TV on DSTV at 9pm WAT/10pm CAT and ROK UK at 9:30pm WAT/10:30pm CAT!

Created by ‘Oma Areh and Executive produced by ‘Oma Areh and Mercy Johnson-Okojie. University of Cruise is directed by Adeoluwa Owu and stars Amanda Dara, Nancy Ameh, Esther Agunbiade, Vine Olugu, Chisom Onwuegbuzia, Scott Obilo and Solomon Mike.

You can catch the repeats on Monday mornings at 9am WAT/10am CAT, Wednesday afternoons at 4pm WAT/5pm CAT and Friday nights at 9:30pm WAT/10:30pm CAT!

Watch Episode 9 Teaser here:

WildFlower PR and Company Bags Award for Most Innovative and Resourceful Public Relations Company of the Year 2023!

WildFlower PR and Company recently won the award for the most innovative and resourceful public relations company of the year 2023 at the 7th Prestige Excellence Award and Lecture organized by Prestige Magazine.                                           

The event, was held on Sunday, 12th November, 2023, at the Civic Center, Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, Victoria Island Lagos. The Prestige Excellence Award and Lecture was organized to recognize and appreciate deserving individuals, corporate entities and professional institutions that have made remarkable impact in the society.

The theme of the lecture which was Governance and sustainable development in Nigeria: Issues, Challenges and solutions for a Developing Economy was aimed at addressing the state of the nation and objectively proffer and recommend solutions.

Guest Speakers at the event were Comrade Debo AdeniranChairman, Centre for Anti-Corruption and Open Leadership, CACOL; President, Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, CDHR and Aare Sooko Oladotun Hassan Esq, President, Yoruba Council Worldwide.

The award for the most innovative and resourceful public relations company of the year 2023 was presented to WildFlower PR and Company in honour of its efforts to uphold the values of hard work, diligence,  integrity and providing quality and innovative services to its highly esteemed clients.

 “We are thrilled and honored to receive the prestigious award for the most innovative and resourceful public relations company of the year, our 11-year-old agency stands as a testament to the dedication and creativity of our talented team. We are grateful to the organisers for this recognition, it fuels our commitment to pushing boundaries, crafting compelling narratives, and redefining the future of public relations and communications.’’ Communications Lead, WildFlower PR, Winifred Onyejekwe said.

The purpose of the Prestige Excellence Award and Lecture, according to the Executive Director, Wale Abiodun, was to critically assess the state of the country as well as suggest and proffer solutions while also honouring and praising worthy individuals, corporate entities and professional organisations that have had a significant positive impact in the society.

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About WildFlower PR and Company

WildFlower PR, Based out of Lagos, Nigeria, WildFlower PR is an award-winning brand communications agency with footprints across South, East and West Africa.

WildFlower PR & Company is led by Principal Consultant Ifeoma Jennifer Areh better known as ‘Oma Areh an award-winning Brand Communications and Marketing expert With over 10 years’ experience, she has a history of conceptualizing, refining and executing strategic branding, marketing and communication campaigns that grow businesses and deliver results for Not for Profits, multinationals, start-ups, e commerce brands and more.

With expertise in customized strategic campaigns in the areas of development communications, entertainment PR, new media PR, specialized corporate communications and reputation management, WildFlower PR is one of the pioneers of digital public relations and communications across Africa.

WildFlower PR is a fully integrated agency that prides itself in a blend of innovative solutions and proven result-oriented methods when addressing clients’ goals.

Our clients range from global corporations and government agencies, growing businesses to some of the biggest entertainment personalities on the African continent today. As a communications partner, WildFlower PR has been an effective brand builder for both new and established individuals and corporations.

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Glo Partners with Palmpay, unveil “PalmPay Bonanza – Recharge Glo and Win

Nigeria’s digital and telecommunications service operator, Globacom, and fintech platform, PalmPay, are set to give Nigerians who purchase Glo data and airtime bundles via the PalmPay platform the opportunity to win exciting rewards. The promotion campaign is tagged “PalmPay Bonanza – Recharge Glo and Win”and will run between July 21 and September 14.

Globacom explained that every week, throughout the promotion period, there will be a live raffle, broadcasted on PalmPay’s social media channels, awarding physical prizes to lucky users who have transacted with Globacom via PalmPay. It added that prizes include top brand electronic goodies such as Playstation 5, iPhone 14 Pro Max and smart TVs.

“At Glo, we always seek innovative avenues to enrich the lives of our subscribers. Teaming up with PalmPay for this campaign aligns with our goal to provide unparalleled value and experiences. We encourage our subscribers to make utmost use of the opportunity provided by “PalmPay Bonanza – Recharge Glo and Win” and enjoy many benefits that lie in store.”

“PalmPay has transformed the digital payment landscape with its easy to use and reliable payment app. Offering free transfers, access to over 300 different services on its app, and a network of 800,000 mobile money agents and merchants, it has rapidly grown to be a preferred payment platform for over 25 million users across Nigeria.” The statement added.

Speaking on the new promotion, Managing Director of PalmPay Nigeria, Mr. Chika Nwosu stated that: “This collaboration embodies our commitment to providing value to our esteemed users. Partnering with Glo, a leader in the telecommunications sector is a testament to this dedication. We are excited to reward our users and urge everyone to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity”.

The statement concluded noting that every transaction above N300 gives participants an extra shot at winning. And that’s not all! Daily social media challenges will offer participants a chance to win up to N5, 000,000 in Glo airtime and data. Above all, Palm pay customers will also enjoy up to 6% cashback on Glo airtime and data on the Palmpay app. Also, customers who have not recharged in the last 90 days will get a 100% bonus on their recharge during the campaign period. Subscribers should log onto www.bit.ly/PalmPayxGlo to join and win in the promo.

MERCY JOHNSON-OKOJIE BAGS NEW AMBASSADORIAL DEAL WITH TIGER FOODS LIMITED

Mercy Johnson-Okojie with Tiger Food

Multiple award-winning Nollywood superstar and home maker, Mercy Johnson-Okojie recently signed a brand ambassadorship deal with leading indigenous food processing manufacturer Tiger Foods Limited. The deal was signed in the presence of Tiger Foods Managing Director Don Ebubeogu, Regional Director West, Elochukwu Nnebedum and Talent Manager ‘Oma Areh of WildFlower PR at the Marriot Hotels Ikeja, Lagos on the 12th of July 2023.

Mercy Johnson-Okojie w/ Tiger Food
Mercy Johnson-Okojie w/ Tiger Food

Speaking at the event, Mercy Johnson-Okojie said “It is truly an honour to partner with a leading, proudly Nigerian brand like Tiger Foods. As a passionate wife, mother and homemaker, this partnership with Tiger Foods resonates with the values I hold dearly. I am an advocate for joy and the best of quality when it comes to food, Tiger Foods have proven to be the right partner to embark upon this journey, I look forward to all the projects that lie ahead.

Mercy Johnson-Okojie with Tiger Food

“We are pleased to welcome an accomplished entertainer, homemaker, and philanthropist, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, to the Tiger Foods family. Tiger Foods is born out of a passion for amazing foods and food ingredients and to provide value to our customers. Our new ambassador, Mercy Johnson-Okojie, embodies this fact as well,” he said. “In the next few months, we will be rolling out several initiatives to reward our consumers, and we are excited to unveil all in partnership with Mercy Johnson-Okojie.” He added. The deal is not Johnson-Okojie’s first partnership with Tiger Foods. In 2019, the agro-allied firm was a lead sponsor on the second season of her popular cooking show ‘Mercy’s Menu’. Tiger Foods, known for producing spices and seasonings, recently released new products, which include Tomato Stew Mix Powder, Mayonnaise, and processed, sorted, and packaged Beans free of sand, stone, and insecticide residue.

About Tiger Foods Limited

Established in 1996, Tiger Foods Limited produces various healthy spices, food seasonings, paste products and dehydrated vegetables. Operating out of a food safety-focused and state-of-the-art facility in Nigeria, the brand boost of top-of-the-line food products ranging from herbs and spices to WET products like Mayonnaise, Tomato Mix, and packaged Beans to its expansive product line.

MarkHack 2.0: ‘OMA AREH JOINS SELECTION JURORS FOR NIGERIA’S HACKATHON AT THE INTERSECTION OF MEDIA, MARKETING, AND TECH!

Ifeoma Areh, Oma Areh

MarkHack launched its second edition, a hackathon event of merging media, marketing, and technology, with the theme: Unlocking the power of the creative economy on the 7th of June, 2023, at the Eko Innovation Centre, Ikoyi, Lagos.

The event was aimed at promoting innovation and creativity in the tech industry.

Ifeoma ‘Oma Areh, better known as ‘Oma Areh, an award- winning Brand Communications and marketing expert, principal consultant of WildFlower PR & Company was selected as one of the selection jurors due to her expertise and experience in the creative industry.

She stated at the event that “as a selection juror at Nigeria’s first hackathon event, it is great to witness firsthand the incredible ideas developed by the participants. The solutions presented addressed various challenges faced by the industry, such as data privacy, content creation & distribution, audience engagement, and digital advertising.”

She commended the participants for their creativity and determination to make a positive impact on the media and marketing landscape.

The winners were collectively rewarded the prize of $10,000 and gained the opportunity to join the Eko Innovation Centre accelerator programme with up to $50,000 equity investment.

The hackathon offered participants a unique opportunity to showcase their media, marketing, and technology skills and expertise. It brings together professionals from diverse backgrounds, including developers, marketers, and journalists, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration.

By fostering an environment of innovation and creative problem-solving, the hackathon pushed boundaries for what is possible in the media and marketing sectors and also paved the way for innovative solutions that will shape the future of media and marketing.

Mercy Johnson Okojie wraps up Season 3 of her Kitchen talk show “Mercy’s Menu” with “Diary of a Naija Girl”!

The season finale of Mercy’s Menu features the Beautiful Media Strategist and Entrepreneur, Ifedayo Agoro, popularly known as “Diary of a Naija Girl”

The amazing duo in Episode 13 had insightful and inspiring conversations as well as fun moments while they prepared Jollof Couscous and Turkey Wings.

Ifedayo spoke on how the DANG and skin care brand came about, unveiling herself as the face behind the brand, relationship, and online trolls. She also gave out business tips and many more.

The season finale was a feast of knowledge!

Watch the video below:

“I had to work hard to prove myself”- Shaffy Bello talks on her journey from music to acting in Episode 12 of Mercy’s Menu Season 3!

In the most recent episode of the popular kitchen talk show, Mercy’s Menu, Mercy Johnson Okojie is joined by the beautiful Singer and thespian Shaffy Bello.

The excited ladies laughed, danced, and shared interesting conversations as they prepared Asun Dodo.

Ever bubbly, Shaffy Bello talked on positive aura, her experiences and journey from singing to acting, fashion, children, divorce, relationship, online trolls, and many more.

Watch the video below:

How Carbon is leading Nigeria’s ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ revolution

Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant past, it was nearly impossible to get a loan in Nigeria without going through an agent or being a salaried employee. Much like it was impossible to have a retirement savings account or get a pension plan if you weren’t attached to an employer.

As early as 2015, for example, if you wanted to get a loan from legitimate sources,

like a bank, you would have had to fill out reams of paperwork and answer questions ad nauseam, all with no guarantee you would get what you needed. But times have changed, and companies like Carbon are turning this norm on its head, making it easier and more efficient to access loans and other credit facilities.

At some point in Nigeria, the idea of owning a product, like a smartphone or smart TV, without having to pay the total amount for it was reserved for an exclusive class of people. That is no longer the case.

According to this report from Rest of World, “In a country where only 2% of the 106 million adult population have access to bank credit, credit cards are also conspicuously absent, as banks shy away from consumer lending. BNPL [Buy Now, Pay Later] is becoming a rising alternative and is set for further growth, as Nigerians embrace digital credit.” This is a far cry from what obtained a few years ago, and Carbon is at the forefront of this revolution.

Let’s take some steps back to understand where this is coming from. What was the norm? What were the challenges that came with it? What is the new reality? What are the opportunities that come with it? And what makes companies like Carbon uniquely positioned to continue solving these problems?

Historically, Nigerian banks have taken a risk-averse posture to issuing loans to individuals rather than corporations. In 2017, the Central Bank of Nigeria released a report showing that just 5.4% of Nigeria’s adult population had access to credit. In 2018, that figure rose marginally to 5.5%, and in 2019, it was 6.2%.

To encourage more banks to lend to their non-corporate customers, the central bank issued a directive in September 2019 that raised banks’ Loan to Deposit Ratio to 65%. This directive required banks to give out a stipulated percentage of their total deposits as loans. This initiative aimed to stimulate the economy and encourage more cash flow. However, it also indicated how difficult it had become for the average Nigerian to access the credit they needed to improve their businesses and quality of life.

As with anything else, there’s a flip side to this. Banks weren’t risk averse because they felt like it. Instead, they were that way to protect themselves, and, in some way, that was also a reflection of reality. To properly issue loans, financial institutions need accurate data to assess an individual’s creditworthiness. Underlying infrastructural problems coupled with a lack of agility to innovate quickly meant many financial institutions could not harvest, process, and utilise the data they needed to make significant lending decisions.

But where there are gaps like this, nature always finds a way to fill them. Where some legacy financial institutions were slow to act, other innovators –– younger and more agile –– saw a chance to create solutions that could improve the lives of others and open more doors.

In June 2012, OneCredit, a company pioneering consumer lending in Nigeria, opened up shop. Its promise was simple: to make it easier for salary earners to access loans at a time when it was inconceivable to lend money without collateral. But OneCredit took the risk. In March 2016, the company evolved into Paylater, a platform providing instant loans digitally while offering payment and investment opportunities to its users. It was Nigeria’s first digital lender, another risky move in an otherwise risk-averse industry. In 2019, Paylater expanded and became what we now know as Carbon, a credit-led pan-African digital bank offering affordable loans, a deposit account, a high-yield savings account, free bill payments, free transfers, and debit cards.

By December 2021, the company generated N7.72 billion in revenue, with a gross profit of over N5.6 billion. By mid-2022, it had crossed N3.9 billion in revenue, with a gross profit of over N2.65 billion. Now, it has over 3 million customers.

In January 2021, the company launched Carbon Zero, which allows users to purchase items they want and pay in 4 instalments with no interest added. This is particularly useful with Nigeria’s inflation rate at one of its highest ever –– 21.47%, having risen steadily for ten consecutive months. Purchasing power is also at one of its lowest levels ever, much of it eroded by rising inflation rates. Products like Carbon Zero admittedly make it easier for people to purchase items with payment structures that are more pocket-friendly.

Carbon has become one of Nigeria’s major BNPL players with this product, joining America’s Affirm and PayPal, Australia’s Afterpay, Europe’s Klarna, and East Africa’s M-Kopa. According to Insider Intelligence, BNPL users grew from 50.6 million in 2021 to 79 million in 2022, and that number is estimated to reach 88.2 million in 2023 and 104.6 million in 2026. Its market size was valued at $141.8 billion in 2021, according to Global Data, and is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 33.3% through 2026, when it will be worth $596.7 billion.

While these figures are global estimates and, in many ways, optimistic projections, they paint a picture of what could be and the many opportunities that lie ahead.

According to Zeeshan Anwar, a corporate and retail banking expert in the UK, “BNPL is an important and growing element of the payments industry. It delivers compelling benefits to consumers by expanding the payment options for low-income customers, while saving money by helping reduce the need to pay excessive credit fees. There is significant value and ethical contribution in the BNPL proposition if delivered correctly.”

Nigeria is one of the low-income countries that Anwar describes. However, it is undergoing a digital financial revolution, which is still in its early days. Ten years ago, it would have been inconceivable that the average Nigerian could access a loan or pay in instalments for a product they dearly want. But that is not the case today. A lot has changed, but there’s more work to be done, and Carbon seeks to be at the forefront of what could be.

Written by Ifeanyi. O

“Kill them with Kindness’’- Naija Brand Chick advises in Episode 11 of Mercy’s Menu Season 3!

In episode 11 of Mercy’s Menu, beautiful host Mercy Johnson Okojie is joined by Marketing strategist, business coach, entrepreneur and social media influencer, Nelly Agbogu, popularly known as Naija Brand Chick.

The duo shared interesting and insightful conversations while they prepared Seafood and Mushroom penne pasta.

Nelly shared business and brand building tips as well as spoke on family, scam, online trolls, reasons why she seeks permission from her husband before she puts certain things online and many more.

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“Be Intentional about yourself”- Mizwanneka advises women in Episode 10 of Mercy’s Menu Season 3!

Mercy Johnson Okojie, host of popular kitchen talk show, ‘Mercy’s Menu’ in episode 10, features the beautiful hair boss and entrepreneur, Nwanneka Nkumah, popularly known as Mizwanneka.

In this episode, the beautiful ladies shared interesting conversations and amazing moments as they prepared Mandazi with Chocolate dip.

Mizwanneka spoke on family, motherhood, her hair business, influencing, women empowerment, and many more.

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“Cook food for your family, Home made food is better “- Patience Ozokwo advises in Episode 9 of Mercy’s Menu Season 3!

On the recent episode of Mercy’s Menu Season 3, the ever smiling host Mercy Johnson Okojie had in her kitchen, the Award winning Nollywood veteran, Patience Ozokwo, also known as Mama G.

Episode 9 was filled with words of wisdom and amazing conversations as the iconic duo prepared catfish pepper soup with unripe plantain.

Patience Ozokwo spoke on her love for God, cooking, family, and reasons while she didn’t remarry, charity, domestic violence, infidelity, and many more

Watch the video below:

“When you get to the stage of acceptance, it is so much easier”- Joke Silva Says in Episode 8 of Mercy’s Menu, Season 3

Joke Silva and Mercy Johnson

Episode 8 of Mercy’s Menu, Season 3 features the Beautiful Nollywood Veteran, Producer, Educator and Entrepreneur, Joke Silva.

The beautiful duo had amazing and interesting conversations as they prepared Creamy Pasta with Snail.

Read also : “People trust you when you prove yourself”- Deyemi Okanlawon says in Episode 7 of Mercy’s Menu Season 3!

Joke Silva spoke on being a Grandma, Romantic side of her husband, Husband’s health, cooking, movie industry, Lufodo academy of performing arts, domestic violence, Infidelity and many more.

Watch video below: https://youtu.be/UQ7J0My7R1o