Monalisa Stephen’s Family Announces Private Burial
The family of actress Monalisa Ayobami Stephen has shared that she will be laid to rest on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
Monalisa, a familiar face in Nollywood, passed away on May 13 in Lagos, following complications linked to low blood sugar and internal bleeding. She was 34.
In a message posted to her official Instagram account on Wednesday, May 21, her family expressed their decision to hold a quiet, intimate burial in line with her wishes. The statement read:
“We lay our beloved Monalisa Ayobami Stephen to rest this Thursday, May 22nd, 2025. In honour of her wishes and the family’s, this will be a private ceremony. We ask for continued prayers and respect for her memory during this time. Forever in our hearts.”
Monalisa was celebrated for her compelling performances in titles like Breaded Life (2021) and Mami Wata (2023). Off-screen, she made an impact through her advocacy for body positivity, mental health awareness, and her fearless promotion of self-love.
Mercy Johnson Clears the Air on Viral Health Clip
In a separate update, actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie has addressed renewed concerns over her health after a resurfaced clip from her show sparked confusion online.
The video, taken from an older episode of Mercy’s Menu, featured a conversation between Mercy and veteran actress Joke Silva, where she opened up about a past health scare involving her thyroid.
She explained that doctors once suspected a tumour in her thyroid could be cancerous, prompting her to undergo surgery. However, the situation did not result in a cancer diagnosis.
As the clip began circulating again, fans flooded her with support and prayers, mistakenly believing she was currently battling cancer.
Taking to her Instagram page on Tuesday, Mercy reassured everyone that she is not living with cancer and appreciates the concern.
