Nollywood actress and politician’s wife, Regina Daniels, has reflected on Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary with a mix of humor, nostalgia, and patriotic sentiment.
In a video shared online, Daniels noted that the country’s age is now “older than her husband,” billionaire businessman and politician Ned Nwoko.
Regina Daniels reflects on past independence celebrations
She went on to recall fond memories of Independence Day celebrations during her childhood, when children filled the streets dressed in green and white, proudly participating in parades and singing the national anthem.
The actress expressed hope that the tradition of celebrating Independence Day with such patriotic spirit is still alive, emphasizing the importance of instilling national pride in younger generations.
She attempts to sing the national anthem
Attempting to recite the old national anthem during the video, Daniels stumbled over the lyrics, laughing at her mistakes but still declaring her love for the patriotic practice.
Her words in full …
“Nigeria is 65. that’s a big number that’s a big number it’s older than my husband so yeah But you know, guys, I remember those days when it’s independence. Like you see every kid, the street is flooded. Myself, I’m dressed in green. Everyone doing their march pass, singing national anthems. You know, I hope it’s still the same. Like that practice. Like I hope it’s still the same. The joy to celebrate your country. I just hope it’s still the same. The fact that every school would have to go somewhere to sing their national anthem, it’s just, thinking about it now, it’s ridiculously patriotic. I love it. They don’t even sing our national anthem. Nobody should laugh here. Nigerians we hail thee, our own dear native land. Though tribes and tongues may differ, in brotherhood we stand. Nigerians all are proud to serve our sovereign motherland. Our flag shall be a symbol. That truth and justice reigns. In peace and battle honored. And this. In peace and battle honored. And handle. Shit. The next part is to handle. And hand on to a flag to our children without stain. Guys, fu.ck off. But I’ll still post this video because I don’t have enough time to do another one. But I’ll do another video.”
Watch video …
“Nigeria is 65. It’s older than my husband..”
— Regina Daniels pic.twitter.com/CWAEs3EO4g
— 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐲𝐆𝐑𝐍 (@AsakyGRN) October 1, 2025
