Nollywood actress and politician Tonto Dikeh has sparked conversations online with a powerful reflection on her personal transformation, attributing a dramatic lifestyle change to her renewed Christian faith.
A Visual Testimony of Change
On Sunday, December 29, the actress took to her social media to share a compelling video montage. The clip presented a stark contrast between her past and present. One segment showed Tonto Dikeh and her friends enjoying themselves at a nightclub, a scene from her previous life. This was directly juxtaposed with footage of her new reality, which included her speaking in tongues during intense prayer and diligently studying the Bible.
In the caption accompanying the video, the mother of one declared a significant spiritual victory. "Watch how God snatched away the spirit of Jezebel from me. And now a kingdom woman was born. From a mess to a message," she wrote. The term "spirit of Jezebel" is often used in certain Christian circles to refer to a controlling, manipulative, or rebellious influence.
Gratitude and Public Declaration
Tonto Dikeh expressed profound thankfulness for this perceived turnaround in her life. In a heartfelt note, she questioned, "Dear God, who am I that you are mindful of me?" She proceeded to thank God for seeing, loving, saving, and giving her a new life and the opportunity to serve. She also referenced the birth of an "Esther-mandated vessel," aligning her journey with the biblical figure Esther, who was called for a specific purpose.
This public declaration is not an isolated incident. It comes just a few weeks after the actress delivered a viral testimony at Pastor Jerry Eze's church, Streams of Joy International. In that testimony, she spoke of transformation, healing, and restoration. She has credited her intentional spiritual walk and adherence to Pastor Eze’s New Season Prophetic Prayers and Declarations (NSPPD) as key factors in her change.
Mixed Reactions from the Public
As expected, the video elicited a wide range of reactions from social media users, highlighting the public's skeptical view of celebrity conversions.
While some celebrated her testimony, others expressed doubt and cynicism. One user, MrIgwe8, commented, "Once you totally damage yourself, you go want use born again cover up." Another, MolanoHybrd, reacted with, "Person wey go soon collect her life back from Christ."
Some questioned the need for public validation, with FABTECH_2104 stating, "Genuine repentance don’t need social media validation." Others, like Montana2221, offered a blunt perspective: "Only Christ sees her as a changed woman sha, the streets never unseen."
The post also indirectly drew attention back to her past, specifically her highly publicized relationship with ex-husband businessman Olakunle Churchill. Churchill recently made a post about "true confession" leading to peace and renewal, which many netizens interpreted as a subtle dig at Tonto Dikeh, reigniting discussions about their history.
Regardless of the polarized opinions, Tonto Dikeh's latest move firmly places her spiritual journey at the forefront of her public narrative, continuing her trend of blending personal faith with her life in the spotlight.
