“Don’t Waste Time Fasting Over What Knowledge Can Solve” – Tonto Dikeh Warns

Nollywood actress and politician Tonto Dikeh has sparked conversation online after sharing her candid thoughts on the need for practical thinking over excessive spiritual practices.

In a recent Instagram post, Dikeh cautioned against relying solely on spiritual rituals like fasting and prayer when facing challenges that require knowledge and action.

“Don’t waste time fasting and praying about something you need knowledge to solve,” she wrote, urging her followers to be more intentional about seeking information and solutions.

She also stressed the importance of financial independence and consistency in one’s hustle, saying: “Never joke with your sources of income. Love may come and go, but hunger visits every day. Take your hustle seriously because you’ll never stop paying bills in this world.”

Her remarks have drawn mixed reactions online, with some applauding her blunt honesty while others accused her of downplaying the role of faith.