“It’s Crazy”: Regina Daniels Speaks Out as Ned Nwoko Reportedly Files for Full Custody Amid Marital Collapse

 

Regina Daniels has broken her silence as a bitter custody battle reportedly unfolds behind the scenes amid her marital dispute with Ned Nwoko.

The fairy tale that began with a lavish, headlines-grabbing union in 2019 continues to descend into a bitter legal and public relations war. The latest episode sees Regina Daniels, the Nollywood actress, speak out on the systemic collapse of her marriage to Senator Ned Nwoko. 

In a new statement posted on social media, the actress has accused the billionaire politician and her estranged husband of orchestrating a calculated smear campaign, firing her domestic staff, and effectively alienating her from their two sons, Munir and Khalifa.

Regina Daniels and Senator Ned Nwoko | Credit: Instagram

For years, the couple’s age gap: Daniels, 25, and Nwoko is 64, served as the primary fodder for Nigerian tabloids. Yet, the narrative has shifted from socialite curiosity to a harrowing custody battle. Taking to Instagram to address the escalating crisis, Daniels painted a picture of a mother pushed to the brink by a man she now characterises as a "content creator" rather than a statesman.

The ‘Content Creator’ Senator and Allegations of Exploitation

The crux of Daniels’ grievance lies in what she describes as the weaponisation of their children for digital clout. Since the reports of their marriage dispute surfaced, Nwoko has remained active on social media, often sharing domestic snippets that include their sons. However, Daniels appears to views these posts as tactical media manipulation.

“People may believe that I am happy, but no mother can be at peace while separated from her children,” Daniels shared in an emotional statement on Tuesday, December 16. 

“I chose not to allow that pain to define or imprison me, which is why it took time for me to walk away.”

The actress did not pull any punches regarding Nwoko’s public conduct, suggesting his legislative background makes his recent actions even more egregious.