By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
Tonto Dikeh has publicly reflected on a turbulent period in her life, revealing how she believes she was rescued from a troubled past and redirected toward a life of faith.
Speaking during a gospel ministration in Tanzania, the Nollywood actress-turned-evangelist recounted what she described as her “dark days”—a time marked by confusion, unhealthy choices, and deep spiritual struggles.
According to her, the search for meaning once led her down paths she now regrets. In an emotional testimony, Dikeh disclosed that she had been involved in activities she now considers spiritually harmful, including associations she described as linked to negative forces. She portrayed that phase of her life as one filled with “filth and dirt,” noting that she often felt lost and without direction.
The actress said her turning point came through what she believes was a divine intervention that called her back to a life of faith. She explained that the experience marked the beginning of a transformation that has since redefined her purpose.
“I went from being a drug addict to standing on the altar, praising God,” she told the audience, adding that her journey has reshaped her understanding of grace and redemption.
Dikeh also spoke about her initial doubts after embracing her new path, saying she often questioned why she was chosen for such a transformation. However, she noted that she has since come to accept her role, believing her story is meant to inspire others facing similar struggles.
“I often ask, ‘Why me?’ but the answer I receive is ‘Why not you?’” she said, adding that she now sees mercy not just as an act, but as the very essence of her faith.
