Tonto Dikeh, a Nollywood actress, has said that she has never attended a funeral because of a decision she made as a child.
On Thursday, she revealed this on her Instagram page, saying that the burial service for her “mother” might be the first she’s ever attended.
The actress, who had been missing from social media for some time, was said to have lost her stepmother, who had served as a mother figure to her.
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The actress addressed her pals who had felt left out during her grief in a recent Instagram post, explaining that she had chosen to mourn quietly.
She also mentioned that if she invited them to her mother’s funeral, she wouldn’t be able to reciprocate when the time came.
The controversial actress went on to say that she didn’t need any condolence messages or monetary donations and that the only thing she wanted was prayers for herself and her family.
“I’ve never been to a funeral before. I’ll never go to one, either. “I started it as a youngster, and I still believe it,” the bereaved actress wrote.
“My mother’s burial will/might be my first ever,” she continued. To all my pals who think I’m excluding them, the reason is that I don’t go to funerals.
“If I let you come to my mother’s, I’ll owe you the same favor, which I won’t be able to return.” If you care about me, please pray for my family. If you want to help me, all you have to do is pray for me.
“Don’t send a penny or a note of comfort. That’s not something I’m very good at! But please know that I greatly appreciate and am grateful for all of you.”
Tonto Dikeh expressed her feelings by saying, “My pain is bigger than you realize.” Your presence is appreciated, but I’d like to grieve alone.”