Former Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye housemate Queen Mercy Atang has revealed what happened to her bread-themed outfit at the 12th Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards (AMVCA) in Lagos. The reality star turned heads on the red carpet with her unique fashion choice, which sparked mixed reactions online.
Mercy Atang's Bread Outfit and Business Connection
Atang attended the ceremony in a themed outfit designed to represent bread, linking her look to her entrepreneurial journey in the food business. On Instagram, she wrote: 'AMVCA 2026 ready. I come as an entrepreneur who runs a bread EMPIRE,' tagging her bakery business @switcakes_desserts.
What Happened to the Bread Outfit
In a social media post on Sunday, May 10, 2026, Atang claimed that every interviewer who spoke to her at the event ate from her bread. She also disclosed that she brought cooked beans, known as 'ewa agoyin,' to the red carpet. 'Do you know that every interviewer who interviewed me got a taste of my bread? Do you know I even carried ewa agoyin with me to the red carpet?' she wrote in a caption accompanying a video showing an interviewer eating her bread.
Like actress Osas Ighodaro, Atang was one of the celebrities who made waves on social media for their outfits at the star-studded event. The former reality star explained her look as a representation of her food business empire.
Reactions from Fans and Followers
Legit.ng compiled some reactions from her fans and followers, with many applauding her creativity. User callme_ade_nike commented: 'When you see me you see the business.' Abilipsy wrote: 'You worn my heart dear mercy. This is really creative. You carry your business for head and I love that. Congratulations.' All_3ribes_kitchenette added: 'Those that said it looked tacky, didn't understand the concept and purpose.' Realtor_chi_o_ma reacted: 'Out of all the women at AMVCA, na this woman my eye catch. The way she carries her business for head ehn… who am I not to level up too?'
Mercy Atang Confirms Marriage Crash
In related news, Legit.ng previously reported that Queen Mercy Atang gave an update about her marriage to King David Oyekanni. In a recent post while lashing out at an ex-lover, she confirmed that she is no longer married. According to her, once she is involved with someone and the relationship ends, it is all over, and she does not return to past relationships. She did not provide details about what led to the end of her marriage, which lasted less than two years.
At the 2026 AMVCA, late stars such as Allwell Ademola, Odira Nwobu, and Aunty Ajara were also honoured.
