In a post shared by Legit.ng, Nollywood veteran and politician Tonto Dikeh finally addressed the backlash surrounding a viral video showing her participating in a “deliverance” session at a school. The actress has faced criticism from social media activists and fellow celebrities who questioned the appropriateness of the spiritual exercise in an educational setting. Dikeh maintained that her actions were driven by her faith and her “assignment” to impact the younger generation.
The controversy deepened as social media critic VeryDarkMan reportedly took “major action” by calling for an investigation into the incident. Naija News reported that several parents expressed mixed feelings, with some supporting the actress’s spiritual fervor and others calling for a separation of church and school. Dikeh’s response was firm, stating she is “focused on Jesus” and will not be deterred by online bullying.
According to Pulse Nigeria, the drama has also drawn in other Nollywood figures like Doris Ogala, who publicly criticized the move. Ogala reportedly called on authorities to look into the “psychological impact” of such sessions on minors. Despite the heated debates, Dikeh continues to post about her philanthropic efforts, seemingly moving past the viral storm while her critics remain vocal on TikTok and Instagram.
Echotitbits take: Tonto Dikeh has always been a lightning rod for controversy, but this specific incident highlights the growing tension between traditional religious expressions and modern child-safety standards in Nigeria. Whether this leads to actual policy changes in private schools remains to be seen, but it certainly keeps Dikeh at the center of the national conversation.
Source: Legit.ng — https://hausa.legit.ng/news/1581234-ministar-tinubu-ta-fadi-mataki-1-da-ya-kamata-mata-su-dauka-yayin-cacar-baki-da-mazajensu/March 7, 2026
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