Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh has offered immediate financial help to a married woman whose video touched many hearts. The woman, Asiwaju Bunmi Joy, posted a video explaining that she and her husband moved their family into an uncompleted building to stop paying rent.
Tonto Dikeh came across the video and felt moved to act. She said the Holy Spirit specifically directed her to bless this woman. In a detailed post, the actress explained her conviction and called for help to reach Asiwaju Bunmi Joy.
“This morning, as I woke up, the Holy Spirit nudged me to help someone. I smiled because, if you know me, you know that giving, serving, and finding ways to uplift others are already part of who I am on a daily basis. But this time felt different; it wasn’t general. It was specific. Then I came across this video, and in that moment, the conviction was clear: ‘She is the one I want you to bless.’ So, my dear ones, I need your help to reach her. I would love to gift her ₦1,000,000 as support toward completing her home. I also have friends who are willing to contribute anonymously to make this even more impactful. Thank you to every blog that shared this video and helped bring her story to light. Happy Easter once again to her and you all.”
Ubi Franklin, a talent manager, also saw the clip and responded on X (formerly Twitter. He named her the first beneficiary of his 40th birthday initiative to give 1 million naira each to 40 people.
“I need her details, she will be the first beneficiary of my 40million 40th Birthday present to 40 people that’s 1million each. Find her for me and I’ll credit her 1m.”
Both celebrities have now pledged a combined ₦2 million toward finishing the family’s home.
As of the time of writing this report, it is not yet confirmed if contact has been made with Asiwaju Bunmi Joy or if the money has been transferred. The kind gestures have already sparked positive conversations online about compassion and community support.
Fans are praising the swift reactions from Tonto Dikeh and Ubi Franklin, with many calling on others to join in helping the family. Whether more celebrities or well-meaning Nigerians will add to the support remains to be seen. For now, Asiwaju Bunmi Joy’s story has moved two major industry figures to open their wallets and shine a light on her situation.