Tonto Dikeh quits Nollywood, gives reason

<p>Tonto Dikeh has disclosed that she would not be returning to Nollywood after the governorship election in Rivers State.</p>, <p>Recall that the actress was announced as the deputy governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State.</p>, <p>Speaking with BBC News Pidgin, Tonto said she will not return to acting even if her party loses the governorship election in Rivers State.</p>, <p>When asked if she has completely retired from acting, the mother of one said, “I don’t like movies like that again and it’s been a long time since I acted on screen, you know.</p>, <p>“I’ve acted in about two films in 10 years, I appreciate that my path started from Nollywood, it is something that I respect, but it’s not something that has been in my life.</p>, <p>“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.</p>, <p>She went ahead to commend her colleagues, Funke Akindele and Banky W for their courage and participation in politics.</p>, <p>“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.</p>, <p>“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.</p>