Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North, has categorically denied claims made by his estranged wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, alleging that he married her when she was 17 years old. The senator described the allegations as “false, misleading, and malicious” and asserted that they form part of an effort to tarnish his reputation amid ongoing marital disputes.
In a statement released via his official social media accounts on Thursday, Senator Nwoko stated:
“It has come to my attention that false claims are being circulated by Regina, suggesting that I married her when she was 17 years old. These claims are entirely untrue and misleading.”
Senator Nwoko further explained that upon their initial meeting, Ms. Daniels informed him that she was 21 years old and provided an Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) voter card confirming her date of birth as October 10, 1998. The senator indicated that he retained possession of the document as verification.
“For clarity, during my first meeting with Regina, I asked her age, and she told me she was 21 years old. I further asked if she had any document to support this, and she presented her INEC voter’s card, which clearly shows that she was born on October 10th, 1998. I informed her that I would keep this document in my possession, and I have done so since that day,” he said.
Senator Nwoko emphasized that the marriage occurred six years ago, meaning that Ms. Daniels is presently 27 years old. He reiterated that any suggestion of a marriage at age 17 is factually incorrect and should not be accepted by the public.
The senator also asserted that Ms. Daniels’ claims may be influenced by her current mental condition, noting that she had begun but not completed rehabilitation for substance abuse. He stated:
“The facts are verifiable and indisputable. Until this is done, I urge the public to approach all her claims with caution and discernment, especially taking into account her current mental condition, having started and abandoned her rehabilitation from illegal drug addiction.”
This dispute follows a series of public allegations made by Ms. Daniels regarding the senator’s conduct, including claims of drug use and domestic misconduct. Senator Nwoko denied introducing Ms. Daniels to drugs, asserting instead that her brother, Sammy Daniels, was responsible for exposing her to substance abuse and undermining efforts to rehabilitate her.
The controversy has intensified following the arrest and arraignment of Sammy Daniels in Lagos and his subsequent remand in Abuja pending fulfillment of bail conditions. Amid the ongoing legal and familial tensions, Ms. Daniels has publicly acknowledged reconciliation with her estranged parents.
Senator Nwoko has consistently denied all allegations of domestic violence and maintains that the issues affecting the marriage are primarily linked to Ms. Daniels’ substance abuse.#newsafro_
