Comedian and entertainer Real Warri Pikin has announced the cancellation of her upcoming Warri show, citing divisions surrounding the event.
The entertainer made the announcement on her official Instagram account, expressing disappointment that division had emerged where she believed there should have been unity.
"It is deeply disappointing that, at this stage in our society, we are still confronted with division where there should be unity," she said.
Real Warri Pikin explained that the show, which was scheduled to take place in Warri in the coming weeks, had been cancelled because of circumstances arising from the divisions.
"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," she said.
Despite the cancellation, she said the development would not define her identity or the reach of her brand.
"But I need to make something very clear. The Real Warri Pikin brand is bigger than where I was born," she said.
The comedian added that she would not be limited by her local government, her parents' backgrounds or geographical boundaries.
"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," she said.
Real Warri Pikin also said she would not allow her calling to be reduced to geography, tribe or politics, reaffirming her commitment to making a positive impact across Delta State, Nigeria and Africa.
"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 said.
She thanked those who reached out with support, advice and encouragement during the controversy.
"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," she said.
While expressing disappointment over the circumstances that led to the cancellation, the entertainer said she held no bitterness and prayed for greater unity.
"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.
She concluded by insisting that although the show had been cancelled, her broader mission remained unchanged.
"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."
