controversial Ikwere, Rivers State-born actress, Tonto Dikeh became a
national issue because of responses her songs got. On social media
platforms, almost everything related to Tonto became treading.
One of two singles, 'Itz Ova'; 'Poko' and 'Tonto Dikeh' flooded the
social media world and the internet. Tonto became another platform of
jest making by many.
After the harsh comments the Petrol-Chemical university graduate has
got, Tonto finally responded to her critics. "I wanted to do music
that millions would listen to and I have achieved that. Bigger things
ahead for all of us. Thanks. 'Hi', Itz Ova. POKO," Tonto, The Next
Movie Star 2006 contestant tweeted.
Tonto announced her intention to go into music in 2011. She later went
to the studio with popular singer, Kas. Before now, many had waited to
know if Tonto would be the first Nollywood star to successfully join
the music industry to be in the A-list category of singers in Nigeria.
For now, the search continues.