After facing backlash for speaking on the nationwide protests, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels said she only spoke against the ongoing violence in the northern part of the nation, saying Nigerians thought she was opportune.
Reacting to the latest development, Daniels took to Instagram on Wednesday, to address her followers about the escalating unrest and emphasised her stance against violence.
She said: “Hello everyone, do you see what is happening in the north? See them hoisting the Russian flag; is this what we want? Mind you, if it’s in the north, it can get to you.
Daniels also responded to the backlash she received after previously speaking out and addressed accusations that her position was influenced by her privilege, as the wife of a senator.
“I preached against violence and ignorant Nigerians said it’s because I’m privileged and opportune. Yes, I am privileged and opportune but that doesn’t stop me from understanding that my nannies need to be paid extra. My gateman and cooks need to be catered for because of insecurity,” she fumed.
“The point remains that Nigeria cannot be changed by one man. I am not speaking for the government, nor am I speaking for you people to love me, I don’t need it. I am just stating the obvious truth. The earlier we realise that this protest is turning into something else, the better for us all,” she stated.
