Tonto Dikeh has indeed gone through a lot, and on the occasion of her birthday, the actress wants everyone to know she would remain as strong as ever no matter what life throws at her.

In a lengthy, birthday message to herself posted on social media, Dikeh celebrated her survival skills.

Her message read, in part…

“My name is KING Tonto Dikeh, l’m not like roses and flowers that blossom for a while and when the sun comes out they all whither and die, l’m still here standing tall and will keep standing till the end of time

The actress is not having the best of years, embroiled in a bitter separation from her husband, whom she accused of having abused her. He has rejected the allegations, instead calling the actress mentally unstable.

Dikeh, in her message, thanked God for giving her another year, and expressed gratitude for having her son with her.

Read full message below….

So many amazing years have come and gone and like the old saying, “how time flies?’; My story so far has been that of the pure grace of God, from that little girl walking the streets of Port harcourt to this young amazing beautiful woman exuding divine essence and Grace; My tales aren’t complete without thanking God for the gift of life and adding another year to me today, my songs will be complete by saying thank you my Lord; Through the battles, through the storms, through the shallow and high waters l’ve remained steadfast knowing that I have the strength of a Lion; My name is KING Tonto Dikeh, l’m not like roses and flowers that blossom for a while and when the sun comes out they all whither and die, l’m still here standing tall and will keep standing till the end of time; I also celebrate my son King, my friends, family and my very supportive fans for the beautiful words always, yes it’s my day however let’s rock it together till the birds starts singing and sleeping; Happy Amazing and sweet Birthday to me today; #Thank you Jesus