Popular Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has stirred social media conversations after publicly thanking her ex-husband, Olakunle Churchill, on Mother’s Day for making her a mother.
The controversial actress, known for never mincing words, shared a heartwarming video of herself relaxing at home with her son, King Andre, and their dog. In the caption, she wrote: “Churchill, thank you my Gee for making me a mother. One of the most beautiful part of my story and happy mothers day to your amazing mother. God bless you Big Church.”
Nigerians React: “She’s Doing Too Much”
As expected, the post didn’t sit well with many Nigerians on social media. Critics quickly pointed out that Churchill has moved on and is now married to actress Rosy Meurer, questioning whether Tonto’s public appreciation was appropriate.
Some commenters felt the actress was “doing too much” by thanking a man she’s had a very public and messy divorce from. The former couple’s relationship ended in 2017 amid allegations and counter-allegations that kept blogs buzzing for months.
Tonto Fires Back: “The Only Man Who Has Put a Child in Me”
Never one to back down from critics, Tonto Dikeh clapped back with a powerful response that has since gone viral.
“Doing too much? For the only man who has put a child in me? The world is truly a sick place and I’m grateful I don’t let your opinions direct me,” she wrote.
She continued: “When e reach your turn, don’t thank them. How wld you understand the meaning of joy/peace that makes no sense? How wld you understand healthy Co-parenting if I don’t show you all..”
A Lesson in Mature Co-Parenting?
Despite their well-documented troubled past, Tonto’s gesture seems to signal a new chapter of maturity and peace. The actress emphasized that her appreciation stems from a place of joy and gratitude for the gift of motherhood, regardless of how her marriage ended.
Her reference to “healthy co-parenting” also suggests that she and Churchill may have reached a better understanding for the sake of their son, King Andre.
Mixed Reactions From Nigerians
While some applauded Tonto for her maturity and ability to separate her role as a mother from her past relationship drama, others remained skeptical about her intentions.
One Twitter user wrote: “This woman no dey ever rest. Churchill don marry another person, move on nau.”
Another countered: “Abeg leave Tonto alone. She’s just being grateful for her son. What’s wrong with that?”
The Bottom Line
Love her or hate her, Tonto Dikeh remains one of Nollywood’s most talked-about personalities. Whether this Mother’s Day message is genuine gratitude or another chapter in the ongoing Churchill-Tonto saga, only time will tell.
What do you think? Is Tonto right to publicly thank her ex-husband, or should she have kept it private? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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