Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has shared a moving testimony about her emotional and spiritual journey, revealing how her battle with depression nearly cost her everything before she found peace through faith.
In an emotional post on Instagram, the actress opened up about a period in her life marked by deep pain, anger, and despair, describing how the Holy Spirit helped her overcome seven major struggles that once defined her existence.
Dikeh said one of her toughest battles was dealing with uncontrollable anger, which she admitted had ruined valuable relationships and opportunities.
“There was a time I had a fuse so short it could set everything ablaze. I mistook my pain for strength, but it was only destroying me,” she confessed.
She explained that her transformation began when she completely surrendered her life to God, allowing Him to bring calmness and clarity to her heart.
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Speaking about her experience with depression, the actress revealed that she once sank so deep into hopelessness that she contemplated taking her own life.
“I was living as both the wound and the weapon. Depression was my companion; I wore pain like a second skin until God said, ‘Rise,’ and I did,” she shared.
Dikeh said that the process of healing has made her more compassionate and understanding toward others who are struggling internally.
“When I see people acting from a place of pain, I don’t condemn them; I pray for them. I know what it’s like to lose yourself while trying to survive,” she added.
The movie star also disclosed that part of her renewed faith has led her to embrace celibacy and completely turn away from sexual immorality.
Reflecting on her past, she said, “I gave my life to Christ after secondary school but took His love for granted. Life humbled me, and through that pain, I returned to my first love, God.”
Dikeh described her transformation as a divine rebirth that reshaped her character, emotions, and daily life, leaving her with a renewed sense of peace and purpose.