Nollywood actor Daniel Etim Effiong says he loves his wife Toyosi more than his children, explaining that prioritising marriage helps build a strong and stable family

Nollywood actor Daniel Etim Effiong has sparked widespread reactions after revealing that he loves his wife more than his children.

The actor made the remark during an appearance on the Masplantion podcast, where he spoke about love, commitment and family priorities.

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During the conversation, Daniel explained that although he deeply loves his children, his wife, Toyosi Etim Effiong, remains his top priority.

“I mean, that’s a good question. I would say yes. I love my wife more than my children,” he said.

“My wife comes first before my children, although they have a really special place in my heart.”

According to the actor, prioritising his marriage reflects his belief that a strong relationship between spouses is the foundation of a healthy family. He noted that nurturing the marital bond helps create stability while raising children.

The statement has since generated mixed reactions on social media, with some praising his honesty and commitment to his marriage, while others questioned the idea of placing a spouse above one’s children.

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Daniel Etim Effiong, known for his roles in several Nollywood productions, married media personality Toyosi Etim Effiong in 2017, and the couple have children together.