Renowned Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has recently expressed deep admiration for the Islamic faith, signaling a potential shift in her spiritual journey. Known for her vibrant presence both on and off screen, Dikeh’s comments have sparked significant interest and discussion among her fans.
Dikeh, who previously served as the running mate for the Rivers State gubernatorial candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) during the 2023 elections before joining the All Progressives Congress (APC), now appears to be exploring Islam with profound curiosity.
In a recent Instagram post, the actress praised the dedication and intentionality of Muslims, expressing her desire to understand their faith better. She wrote, “For the past four years, I wake up to the best sound every day. It’s the sound of love and dedication, God’s beauty and love. God/Allah is love. I’m deeply touched. My biggest prayer is to understand the Muslim faith. Their dedication and intentionality are worthy of emulation.”
Dikeh’s openness to Islam comes after a journey marked by her Christian faith, including a period where she declared herself “Radical for Jesus” following her divorce in 2017. Despite her earlier statements about feeling called to become a pastor, Dikeh now appears to be exploring new spiritual avenues.
In Nollywood, several actresses have previously converted to Islam, such as Mercy Aigbe, Funke Akindele, Liz Da Silva, and Lizzy Anjorin, each finding meaning and resonance in their respective faith journeys.
As Dikeh continues to navigate her spiritual path, her admirers will undoubtedly follow closely, curious about the direction her faith journey will take next in this exploration of Islam and her personal quest for spiritual fulfillment.
