Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has spoken out after facing strong criticism online over a viral video that showed her conducting deliverance on a student during a school outreach.

The video began circulating on social media after the incident, which took place on Friday, March 6. According to the actress, she and her team had visited the school for an evangelism outreach.

Tonto explained that they were preparing to leave the school when something unexpected happened.

She said she sensed what she described as a spirit of death around the environment. This moment, she said, led to the deliverance session that was later shared online.

The video quickly drew mixed reactions on social media. While some people supported her actions, others criticized the incident and questioned whether such a session should have happened in a school setting.

Despite the backlash, the actress appeared calm and unbothered.

On Saturday, March 7, she returned to Instagram where she shared more videos from the outreach and addressed the situation. In her message, Tonto said the event was not something she or her team planned.

She wrote:

“God alone did it, may His name forever be praised. What we witnessed was not by our strength, wisdom, or planning. It was purely the hand of God moving among His children. Our hearts are filled with gratitude because when God leads, He confirms His word with undeniable fruit. Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the Lord Almighty.”

The actress also expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and said she believed lives were touched during the outreach.

She added:

“Thank You, Jesus, for allowing us to be vessels in Your service. Thank You for every life touched, every child reached, and every heart turned toward You. Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever. All the glory belongs to You, Lord. Focused on Jesus and my assignment.”

Her response made it clear that she remains committed to her faith and the work she believes she has been called to do.

The viral video continues to generate conversation online, with many people sharing different views about the incident. While criticism remains, Tonto Dikeh has made it clear that she is standing by her actions and staying focused on her spiritual mission.