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| Nigerian Actress & screen diva, Tonto Dikeh. |
Tonto Dikeh has said that she has no plans to return to the
Nigerian film industry (Nollywood) after the governorship election race in the
state of Rivers.
This follows the announcement that the actress will be a
contender for the deputy governorship position in Rivers State on behalf of the
African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Tonto Dikeh said in a recent interview with BBC News
Pidgin that, she has no plans to return to the acting industry, even
in the event that her political party is unsuccessful in their bid to win the
governorship election in Rivers State.
The mother of one explained that “I don’t like movies like
that again and it’s been a long time since I acted on screen, you know. I’ve
acted in about two films in 10 years, I appreciate that my path started in
Nollywood, it is something that I respect.
“But it’s (acting) not something that has been in my life (in
recent times). So even after the election, it’s not something I’ll return to,
but I’ll love to contribute to the industry when I get into power,” Tonto said.
She then went on to express her admiration for her colleagues
Funke Akindele and Banky W, praising them for their bravery and their
involvement in politics.
“It is not easy for Funke and Banky W at their level to put
themselves out there to effect change because criticisms and so many things are
involved. I believe in Funke, I believe in Banky. With them, I can hold onto
something and say I believe that they have a vision for the people,” she said.
Full interview below:
Source:
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