“We Were Never Married”: Regina Daniels Fires Back at Ned Nwoko in Explosive Revelation

In a stunning twist to one of Nigeria’s most talked-about celebrity unions, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has publicly declared that she was never legally married to billionaire politician and lawyer, Senator Ned Nwoko. The revelation, which dropped in the early hours of Sunday via her Instagram page, has sent shockwaves through social media, reigniting conversations around their controversial relationship and the authenticity of their long-rumored marriage.

Regina’s post was nothing short of explosive. The 25-year-old actress, who rose to fame as a teenage sensation in Nollywood, did not hold back in addressing what she described as a manipulative and controlling relationship with the 64-year-old politician. In her lengthy statement, Regina accused Nwoko of trying to isolate her from her family and friends, alleging that he deliberately used her struggles with substance use as a cover to divert public attention from his controlling behavior.

“Fine, I did drugs. So what? Is that even the issue between us?” she wrote passionately. “The moment we had a fight, you rushed to the public shouting ‘drugs, drugs, drugs,’ because you knew it would make a perfect story for the media, something dramatic enough to distract everyone from the real issue!”

The actress went on to accuse Nwoko of attempting to completely cut her off from her support system, describing a disturbing pattern of emotional manipulation. “You want to find a reason to arrest everyone around me so that I will have no one left beside me, no friend, no support, no safe place to turn to,” she continued. “Then when I’m completely isolated and broken, I will be forced to come back to you because I will have nowhere else to go.”

According to her, Nwoko once seized her phones for weeks, preventing her from communicating with her family, while labeling her “mentally unstable” whenever she expressed the desire to leave. “Every problem we have had started when I no longer wanted you, whether sober or even high,” she wrote, urging the senator to “tell people the truth.”

But the most shocking part of her post came when she dropped a revelation that shattered years of speculation — that she and Nwoko were never legally married. “And for the record,” she said, “I would have filed for divorce long ago if there was ever a legal marriage between us. We were never married in any court of law, and no documents were signed. Leave me alone, Ned. Marriage is not by force. Love is not by force. Stop trying to control what no longer belongs to you!”

This revelation directly contradicts years of public belief and media reports that portrayed Regina Daniels as one of Ned Nwoko’s wives. Their relationship, which became public in 2019 when Regina was just 19, sparked nationwide debate and controversy over age difference, polygamy, and consent. The couple was often seen together at public events, with Regina flaunting pictures of her luxury lifestyle and family moments on social media. Until recently, the pair seemed united, with Regina even accompanying Nwoko to political events and philanthropic outings.

However, cracks began to appear earlier this year when Regina’s emotional videos began surfacing online. In one viral clip from October 18, the actress was seen in tears, surrounded by aides and relatives, lamenting her situation. “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing. But in my house, I am a queen. Not again. I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much,” she cried, a statement that triggered massive online sympathy and concern for her wellbeing.

Shortly after that video, Ned Nwoko responded with a statement dismissing her claims and attributing her behavior to what he called “drug and alcohol abuse.” He insisted she needed rehabilitation and claimed her outburst was an effect of addiction rather than abuse or control.

The drama deepened on November 6 when Regina’s younger brother, Samuel Ojeogwu, was arrested and charged by the police following a petition allegedly filed by Nwoko. Samuel was accused of criminal conspiracy, criminal trespass, assault, criminal intimidation, and theft, and was remanded in custody pending bail. Regina, in her recent post, linked the incident directly to Nwoko’s attempts to silence and isolate her.

“First it was my phones, now it’s my brother. You keep finding new ways to hurt everyone close to me. When will it end?” she wrote. “You can’t control everyone, Ned. Arresting the people I love won’t make me come back to you.”

The case has since spiraled into one of the most public celebrity fallouts in Nigeria’s entertainment history, drawing reactions from fans, fellow actors, and social commentators. Many have praised Regina’s courage for speaking out, while others have urged caution, calling for both parties to settle their differences privately.

Legal experts have also weighed in on the actress’s claim that no legal marriage ever existed. According to Nigerian law, for a marriage to be recognized in court, it must be conducted under the Marriage Act or customary law with proper documentation. If Regina’s assertion is true, it would mean that the widely publicized union was merely traditional or symbolic, without formal legal standing. This revelation could have far-reaching implications on property ownership, child custody, and inheritance should the matter move to court.

Meanwhile, Nwoko’s camp has yet to issue an official response to Regina’s latest statement, but sources close to the senator maintain that he remains “deeply concerned” about her wellbeing. “He believes she is being influenced by people around her and hopes she will get the help she needs,” a close associate reportedly told Vanguard.

Public opinion remains divided, with some expressing sympathy for Regina’s alleged ordeal, while others question her timing and motives. “If she was never married, why did she allow the world to believe otherwise for years?” one online commenter asked. Another wrote, “Even if it wasn’t legal, emotional abuse is still real. She deserves to heal in peace.”

Regina Daniels’ declaration has undoubtedly changed the narrative around what was once perceived as a fairytale love story between a young actress and a wealthy politician. What began as a relationship that captured headlines for its glamour and controversy has now devolved into a public feud layered with accusations of manipulation, abuse, and deceit.

As of now, the actress seems resolute in her decision to reclaim her independence and set the record straight. “Leave me alone, Ned,” she wrote in closing. “Marriage is not by force. Love is not by force.”

Whether this statement marks the final chapter in their turbulent relationship or the beginning of a new legal and emotional battle remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: the veil over one of Nigeria’s most sensational celebrity unions has been lifted, and the truth — however bitter — has finally stepped into the light.