Nigerian actress, Tonto Dikeh, has come under scrutiny for her decision to switch political affiliations from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). This move has raised questions and sparked controversy within Nigerian political and entertainment circles.
Tonto Dikeh, a well-known figure in the Nigerian film industry and a politician who recently ran for the position of deputy governor in Rivers State, officially made her transition to the APC. The announcement of her defection was conveyed through the APC's Twitter account.
In a formal welcome ceremony held at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja, Dr. Mary Alile, the APC National Women Leader, officially introduced and embraced the popular actress into the party's ranks.
The post from the APC read:
“Tonto Dikeh, the latest @officialAPCNg member, will be officially unveiled by the APC National Women Leader, Dr Mary Alile, today by 3 pm at the APC National Secretariat, Abuja, Nigeria.
@OfficialAPCNg National Women Leader, in her speech, welcomes Amb Tonto Dikeh, who just officially joined the APC.”
However, Tonto Dikeh's decision to join the APC has not been without controversy. It has generated mixed reactions from the online community, with some expressing disappointment and criticism regarding her change in political alignment. Some of the comments include:
Netizens' Reactions to Tonto Dikeh’s Move from ADC to APC
Amara Shuga wrote: “Watching her support the same people she fought should tell you how Nigeria works. If you can’t beat them, you join them.”
Charlemagne Bon wrote: “Yul support APC children of anger no gree am rest.”
Prest Hann said: “You all use the same energy you used in dragging Toyin o.”
Peaceful Baddie said: “Hmmm this is to tell you that nobody is to be trusted smh.”
Gerog Kelvin wrote: “This one na money she dey fine.”
See posts and reactions in the images below:
