Nollywood star Mercy Johnson-Okojie is speaking out, and she’s not holding back. In a now-viral Instagram post, the actress called out Ghana-based Blazing TV for airing her new movie, The Firstborn, without her permission.
“GHANA, BLAZING TV. How is this even ok?” she wrote. “BLAZING TV in Ghana is showing my movie, THE FIRSTBORN on their TV without my consent. How does this even make sense? How?”
Her post has since sparked a conversation about creative ownership and the ongoing problem of unauthorised use of intellectual property, particularly for African creatives.
Mercy Johnson, a celebrated actress, producer, and entrepreneur, has spent years building her brand and body of work. For her, this isn’t just about one film—it’s about the repeated violation many creators experience when their work is used, aired, or sold without consent or compensation.
This situation highlights a deeper issue many female creatives face: the tendency for their work to be undervalued, misused, or outright stolen, often without any consequence. Mercy’s bold move to publicly call out Blazing TV is a stand for herself and countless others who don’t have her platform.
Her message is clear; creative work deserves respect, and consent is non-negotiable. Whether it’s a song, a script, a business idea, or a film, ownership matters.
Peace Nero is a writer and blogger who loves to explore different topics of self-development. She shares her personal experiences in order to help people discover their true purpose in life.