Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has opened up about her profound spiritual journey, sharing a remarkable video of herself speaking in tongues during a prayer session at a wedding ceremony. The mother of two revealed how her prayer life has transformed dramatically over the past year since she fully surrendered her life to Jesus Christ.
A Divine Moment Captured on Video
On Sunday, November 9, the controversial actress posted a heartwarming video from a wedding that took place exactly one year prior. In the footage, Tonto Dikeh can be seen leading a powerful prayer session where she speaks in tongues, demonstrating what she describes as her evolved spiritual connection with God. The video emerged just days after she publicly announced her complete devotion to Christianity, creating significant buzz across social media platforms.
Tonto's Spiritual Awakening
In her emotional reflection accompanying the video, Tonto described feeling God's presence in a tangible, overwhelming way during the prayer session. "His presence was overwhelming, so real. I could hear Him, I could sense Him, and in that moment, I surrendered completely," she shared. The actress explained that even after the official prayers concluded, she found herself unable to leave what she called "that sacred atmosphere."
The Nollywood star detailed how her spiritual practices have transformed significantly over the past year. "My tongues have evolved, my prayer hours have multiplied, and my spirit has developed a new dimension with God," Tonto revealed. She also mentioned experiencing what she now calls "the prayer of tears" - moments where she weeps before God not out of pain or petition, but from sheer awe of His beauty and the overwhelming love she has discovered.
Mixed Reactions from Netizens
The video sparked diverse reactions from social media users, with some expressing support while others questioned the authenticity of her spiritual experience. Instagram user Kay Ifeme commented: "So if you speak in tongue is now holy spirit dey play everybody can speaking in tongue the main thing is which one does heaven recognize." Meanwhile, supporter Liz Ibe enthusiastically responded: "Yes. That's my girl. Roar baby. Roar for the holy spirit."
Another user, Mmaduabum Amara, celebrated Tonto's transformation: "Have you seen what the Lord has done, what we waited for has come to pass, see what Jesus has done. What more can I say, if not THANK YOU JESUS... Congratulations dear on your new found love... The love of Christ is the greatest."
Tonto Dikeh's spiritual journey continues to unfold publicly as she embraces her role as what she describes as "a prayer house" - someone who doesn't just pray, but "roars" in spiritual connection. This development follows her recent revelation about seven specific areas where she claims the Holy Spirit has healed her, marking what she calls a divine process that has completely reshaped her heart and habits.