Nigerian actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has been trending online after a video showed her speaking honestly about her journey with parenting, her childhood struggles, and the need for healing in African families.

At a recent event, Mercy got emotional as she talked about a moment with her daughter, Michelle. Michelle reminded her of a time when Mercy was physically strict while raising her. This made Mercy reflect deeply on her actions.

Mercy explained how this experience helped her realize that pain and harsh parenting methods often get passed down from one generation to another in many African homes. She said it is very important for parents to heal from their own past hurts, listen to their children’s feelings, and stop harmful patterns that affect families for years.

Her message is clear: healing and understanding are needed in African families to break cycles of pain and build stronger bonds.