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Discrimination based on skin color is happening and thriving in Nollywood. Star actress, Mercy Johnson Okojie has revealed that she had difficulties landing roles at the beginning of her acting career because of her skin color.
In an interview with PUNCH, Mercy Johnson Okojie said, “It is very true that when I was starting out in the movie industry, it was difficult to get roles because of my complexion.
"I faced that a lot and I tell people that my success is just grace. Somebody once told me that I am too dark but that is where the grace and favour of God comes in.
"Regardless of everything, most of the dark-skinned actresses that are my contemporaries made it.
In an interview with PUNCH, Mercy Johnson Okojie said, “It is very true that when I was starting out in the movie industry, it was difficult to get roles because of my complexion.
"I faced that a lot and I tell people that my success is just grace. Somebody once told me that I am too dark but that is where the grace and favour of God comes in.
"Regardless of everything, most of the dark-skinned actresses that are my contemporaries made it.
