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“I Was the Chaos People Judged” – Tonto Dikeh Opens Up on Drug Battle, Sends Powerful Message to Addicts

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Tonto Dikeh drug addiction testimony as Nollywood actress shares emotional reflection on her past struggles and calls for prayers for those battling addiction

Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh on Monday shared a deeply personal account of her past struggles with drug addiction, urging the public to show compassion and continue praying for individuals battling substance abuse.

Also read: Tonto Dikeh Reunites with Stepdaughter, Son as They Attend Church

Tonto Dikeh reflects on her drug addiction experience  was posted on her official Instagram page, where the actress reflected on what she described as a painful period of chaos, judgement, and self-destruction in her life.

Tonto said she does not believe addicts should be hated, stressing that addiction is often a symptom of deeper emotional wounds rather than a defining identity.

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“Hate the drugs. Hate the addiction. But don’t ever stop praying for the one stuck in it,” she wrote.

“Behind that chaos is a soul that’s hurting, lost, and desperate for a way out.”

The actress admitted that during her lowest moments she was widely judged and misunderstood, adding that many people only saw her outward behaviour without recognising the emotional pain behind it.

“I was once the chaos that people judged. The noise. The mess. The broken decisions,” she said.

She explained that her struggles were rooted in unresolved pain, describing addiction as an escape mechanism rather than a lifestyle choice.

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“Drugs weren’t the problem; they were the symptom. Addiction wasn’t my identity; it was my escape from pain I didn’t know how to name,” she added.

In her message, Tonto Dikeh credited her recovery to faith, stating that what appeared as despair to the public was, in her words, a moment of divine intervention and personal transformation.

She said she believes her life serves as evidence that recovery and restoration are possible, regardless of how severe one’s situation may appear.

“God heard the cries I couldn’t articulate. When people saw chaos, Heaven saw a wounded soul worth rescuing,” she wrote.

The actress also encouraged continued prayers for individuals struggling with addiction, stressing that support and empathy can play a crucial role in recovery.

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“Never stop praying. Somebody’s life depends on it,” she added.

Also read: Nollywood Actress Doris Ogala Challenges Tonto Dikeh Over Shocking Claims

Her reflection has drawn widespread reactions online, with many users praising her openness and vulnerability in addressing a subject often surrounded by stigma.

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Lizzy Anjorin Questions Court Order Over Priscilla Ojo’s Son

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Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has questioned the authenticity of an interim order issued by the Lagos State High Court on 2 September 2026, restraining her from publishing photographs of Priscilla Ojo’s one-year-old son, Rakeem Mkambala, and from posting editorials concerning the family on specified social media platforms.

Anjorin raised the issue during an Instagram Live session on Friday, 4 September, after Priscilla shared a copy of the court order online.

The actress argued that publicising court documents before formally serving the respondent undermines the case.

“Your case na dead on arrival. If you post court letter on any platform before serving person wey you wan go serve, that court case na fake court case,” Anjorin said during the live session.

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Her comments came shortly after the High Court of Lagos State granted an ex parte application brought by Priscilla, her husband, Tanzanian singer Juma Mussa Mkambala, and their son, Rakeem.

Justice Yetunde Adesanya issued the interim order in Suit No. LD/ADR/6646/2026.

The order restrains Anjorin, as well as people acting under her authority, from publishing, posting, circulating, uploading or broadcasting photographs of Rakeem on specified social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp and TikTok.

The court also directed Anjorin to cease publishing or broadcasting editorials concerning the applicants on the platforms covered by the order.

An ex parte order is made at an interim stage without the respondent being heard. The order is therefore not a final determination of the dispute and remains subject to further proceedings.

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Priscilla shared the certified copy of the order on her Instagram Story on Friday, bringing the legal development into public view.

Anjorin’s reaction centres on the timing and manner in which the court documents were publicised. Her assertion that such publication makes a case “fake” is her own claim and is not a finding contained in the court order.

The development marks another chapter in the prolonged public dispute between Anjorin and Priscilla’s family, particularly Priscilla’s mother, actress Iyabo Ojo.

The disagreement has played out largely on social media and has previously resulted in legal action, including a ₦1 billion defamation suit filed by Iyabo Ojo against Anjorin.

In recent weeks, the dispute has also drawn Priscilla and her young son into the controversy, following public comments by Anjorin concerning the family.

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BBNaija Kess Says Big Brother Makes Life Harder

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Kesiena Tony Adjekpovu, popularly known as Kess, has said that participating in Big Brother Naija can make life harder, offering a candid reflection on the challenges that may come with the reality television experience.

The former Big Brother Naija housemate made the comment in a statement shared on social media, where he suggested that winning or simply taking part in the reality show does not necessarily make life easier after leaving the house.

“Big Brother makes your life harder,” Kess said.

The remark has drawn attention because life after reality television can bring a different set of expectations, particularly as former housemates adjust to increased public attention and the pressure that can accompany visibility.

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Kess was a housemate on the seventh season of Big Brother Naija, which aired in 2022. He entered the show as a businessman and was among the contestants who competed for the season’s grand prize.

His time on the programme also placed him in the public eye, giving viewers an opportunity to follow his personality and relationships inside the house.

Kess’s latest comment offers a more reflective view of the reality TV platform, suggesting that the experience does not end when a contestant leaves the house.

However, he did not provide further details in the available post explaining which specific aspects of life after Big Brother he was referring to.

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Damilola Oni Suffers Backlash at Mama Deola Movie Premiere

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Nigerian actress Damilola Oni has come under heavy fire across social media over her controversial outfit at the star-studded Mama Deola movie premiere (more…)

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