Real Warri Pikin has cancelled her upcoming show in Warri following what she described as growing divisions in Delta State
The comedian and actress announced the decision on Instagram, explaining that the event was cancelled because of circumstances surrounding the disagreement.
She said she was disappointed that a situation that should have brought people together had instead created division. However, she stressed that the controversy would not change how she sees herself or what her brand represents.
Real Warri Pikin said she does not want to be defined by her local government, her parents’ backgrounds or where she was born. According to her, her identity and influence go far beyond Warri, as she represents Delta State, Nigeria, Africa and women across different backgrounds.
She also said she would not allow her purpose to be reduced to issues of tribe, location or politics, adding that she remains committed to making a positive impact.
The entertainer thanked those who supported her throughout the controversy, including people who called, advised, encouraged and comforted her.
Although disappointed by the cancellation, she said she holds no bitterness towards anyone involved. Instead, she called for unity and wisdom, stressing that people achieve more when they work together.
Real Warri Pikin concluded by making it clear that while the Warri show may no longer happen, her larger vision remains intact.
She said:
“It is deeply disappointing that, at this stage in our society, we are still confronted with division where there should be unity.:
“It is therefore with a heavy heart that I announce the cancellation of my Warri show, which was scheduled to take place in a few weeks, due to circumstances arising from the unfortunate divisions currently at play.
“But I need to make something very clear. The Real Warri Pikin brand is bigger than where I was born.
“I am not limited by my local government. I am not defined only by where my father comes from or where my mother comes from.
“I represent every local government in Delta State. I represent Delta State. I represent Nigeria. I represent Africa. And as a woman, I represent women across tribes, races and borders.
“There are no limitations to what God has called me to do on this earth, and I will not allow anyone to reduce that calling to geography, tribe or politics.
“To everyone who has stood by me, made calls, offered counsel, encouraged me and comforted me through this period, thank you. I do not take your support for granted.
“My prayer is simply that God gives us all the wisdom to understand that we achieve far more when we build together than when we divide ourselves.
“The show may be cancelled, but the vision is not.
“I am Real Warri Pikin. I am proudly Delta. I am proudly Nigerian. And I will continue to do what God has called me to do,” she said.
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