By Parrot Newspaper 
How Cancer Scare Forced Me to Undergo Thyroid Surgery – Mercy Johnson Reveals Reason for Weight Loss
Nollywood star Mercy Johnson-Okojie has finally broken her silence, revealing the deeply personal and emotional journey behind her sudden weight loss — one that nearly shattered her world.
Fans across Nigeria had voiced concern over her striking transformation, with speculation and worry rippling through social media. But behind the camera flashes and red-carpet smiles was a silent battle few could have imagined.
In a heartfelt conversation with veteran actress Joke Silva, Mercy opened up about one of the most terrifying chapters of her life — a cancer scare that led to the removal of her thyroid.
“I had a cancer scare,” she revealed, her voice heavy with emotion. “I had my thyroid removed. It was a journey… because we have kids. My last born was just six months old.”
The thought of leaving her young children behind was haunting. She and her husband faced the storm together, determined to be strong — not just for themselves, but for their growing family.
“We kept telling ourselves, ‘This is the new us. Let’s go get the surgery done,’” she recalled.
But even after the operation, life didn’t go back to normal. Doctors told her she would need to be on medication for the rest of her life — no missed doses, no forgetting. The side effects, the lifestyle changes — everything was overwhelming.
“We had to sit down and take it all in. They were telling me what it meant, what I could and couldn’t do anymore… It was a lot,” she shared.
Now, she says, her weight loss is more than just physical — it’s symbolic of the pain, fear, strength, and acceptance she has had to embrace.
“I’m reconciling with all of this,” she said softly. “This is where we are now. Let’s grow from here… and live in this new comfort zone.”
For Mercy Johnson-Okojie, it’s not just about surviving — it’s about redefining strength, womanhood, and love in the face of fear.