Why I Launched New Ministry For Believers — Tonto Dikeh

 

Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, has explained that her decision to launch the New Wine Prophetic Tabernacle (NWPT) was driven by a desire to create an interdenominational platform for believers seeking spiritual revival, prayer, transformation and deeper fellowship with God.

Tonto Dikeh unveiled the new ministry on Sunday through a post on her Instagram page, describing NWPT as an interdenominational altar and a “global movement of consecrated believers called to experience the raw power, purity, and presence of God.”

The movement is anchored on the biblical passage in Mark 2:22, which states, “And no one puts new wine into old wineskins.”

According to the actress, NWPT is intended to provide a platform for believers who

desire what she described as genuine revival and spiritual transformation.

“NWPT exists as a dwelling place of His presence for those who refuse to settle for lukewarm Christianity and are hungry for genuine revival, fire, and transformation,” the statement read.

The movement said its vision is “to see a global awakening of consecrated believers operating in the raw power, purity, and presence of God transforming nations and establishing the Kingdom of Christ on Earth.”

On its mission, NWPT stated that it would build “an interdenominational altar of prayer, revival, and apostolic training” aimed at equipping believers, activating spiritual gifts, promoting evangelism, and helping people find freedom through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Tonto Dikeh also clarified that the new ministry was not intended to operate as a conventional church.

“This is not a church; it is an intense gathering of those consecrated and equipped for the purposes of God. A people set apart, refined by His presence, and commissioned to advance His Kingdom,” the announcement stated.

According to the actress, NWPT will hold its weekly fellowship every Friday at 6:00 pm.

The development comes months after Dikeh began signing some of her social media posts as “Ada El-Roi” and became more active in Christian activities, including participation in Pastor Jerry Eze’s NSPPD community.

In December 2025, Dikeh also shared a public testimony during a service at Streams of Joy International Church, where she spoke about overcoming what she described as struggles with smoking, alcohol addiction, masturbation and prolonged anger.

The actress said she started smoking at the age of 13 and credited her faith for helping her overcome the challenges.

Dikeh, who ventured into politics in 2022 as a governorship running mate in Rivers, has in recent months increasingly spoken publicly about her spiritual journey and personal transformation.