The daughter of popular Nollywood actor Charles Okocha has stirred reactions online after revealing that many men are intimidated by her father and hesitate to approach her because of it.
In a light-hearted but revealing post shared on social media, the young woman questioned how she would eventually get married if potential partners keep backing off simply because of who her father is.
She shared a video of herself dancing and paired it with a humorous caption that captured her frustration.
“Small thing, I go hear ‘I like you but I dey fear your papa’. Na so person wan take marry?” she wrote.
The post quickly gained attention, with many social media users admitting they understood her experience.
Some joked about Charles Okocha’s famously intense on-screen persona, while others encouraged men to look beyond stereotypes and approach her with confidence.
Charles Okocha, widely known for playing fiery, street-tough roles in Nollywood movies, has built a larger-than-life image over the years, which fans believe may be shaping how people perceive those close to him.
The video and caption have since sparked playful debates online about celebrity parents, intimidation, and how public image can sometimes spill into personal family life.
Small thing I go hear "I like you but I dey fear your papa", na so person wan take marry?" — Charles Okocha phenomenal daughter, Mercy Okocha says 👀😂 pic.twitter.com/NWzAuKAQBH
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) January 20, 2026
