…gives up on Warri over internal divisions
Popular Nigerian comedian and actress, Anita Asuoha, better known as Real Warri Pikin, has cancelled her planned show in Warri, Delta State, citing what she described as “unfortunate divisions” surrounding the event.
The comedian, who was scheduled to stage the show in the coming weeks, announced the cancellation in a statement expressing disappointment that divisions were emerging “where there should be unity.”
Real Warri Pikin said the decision was made with a “heavy heart”, but stressed that the cancellation of the show would not diminish her commitment to Delta State, Nigeria and Africa.
She said her identity and calling were bigger than her place of birth or family roots, insisting that she represented all parts of Delta State and not just one locality.
“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,” she said.
“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.”
According to the entertainer, she would not allow geography, tribal considerations or politics to limit what she believes is her God-given purpose.
“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,” she added.
Real Warri Pikin also reaffirmed her love for Delta State and Nigeria, saying she would continue to use her talents to contribute positively to the communities and people she represents.
She thanked supporters who, according to her, had called, offered counsel and encouraged her throughout the period, saying she appreciated their support.
While she expressed disappointment over the circumstances that led to the cancellation, the comedian said she held no bitterness towards those whose actions contributed to the situation.
“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,” she said.
Real Warri Pikin concluded by declaring that although the Warri show had been cancelled, her larger vision remained intact.
“The show may be cancelled, but the vision is not,” she said.
“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.”
