On November 1, 2023, there were reports that Pere Egbi, a reality TV star, had allegedly offered gifts to his romantic partner, Mercy Eke, which included a money bouquet and an iPhone 15 Pro Max.

This post generated considerable online attention, with many people speculating that Pere had indeed given these gifts to Mercy Eke. They based their assumptions on the fact that the couple had openly acknowledged their relationship and confirmed their dating status on multiple occasions.

Shortly after a video of Mercy Eke with the aforementioned gifts started circulating on the internet, Pere took to his social media platform to address his followers regarding the gift presentation.

In his statement, he made it clear that he was not involved in or accountable for the presentation of the mentioned gifts to his romantic partner, Mercy Eke.

His statement: “Respectfully, that was not me.”

Following his statement, concerned individuals immediately expressed their views on the matter in the comments section.

See some reactions below:

@Sonicpsalm91: “We know your handwriting inlaw don’t stop sending gift because my baby girl deserves all the enjoyment.”

@iamhannyberry: “You cannot deceive us, that one na your own story. General we no gree believe, respectfully, that was you.”

@MarritahBanda: “Boss you are start the drama o. You are giving the bloggers talks for the whole day today. Na dey roast am.”

@karimjimoh47: “This word will make children of anger open space to showcase their madness tonight.”

@Diana1272580239: “Now am done with you two be ur self let me be on my own coz that’s this. Brand builders and haters 100000 Shippers 0000 but it’s fine that’s life.”

@LNajjingo: “Let’s charge our phones to be ready to answer the question without quotes.”

@eshliey: “General wat are you saying when ,how,where ,what I can’t my heart please My Percy ohhhh nooo I can’t breathe.”

@JuLiUs59743126: “Shippers you coulda, shoulda woulda have avoid this heartbreak if you guys didn’t say it was from Pere.”