The public marriage between Nigerian actress Regina Daniels and her billionaire husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, has come under intense scrutiny after Daniels accused the senator of domestic violence in a now-viral video. The video, which surfaced on social media earlier this week, has sparked widespread public concern and ignited a war of words between the celebrity couple.
In the emotionally charged clip, Regina Daniels is seen visibly distressed, alleging that she has suffered violence and psychological torment in her husband’s home.
“In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing. I cannot stand the violence, it is too much,” Daniels says tearfully in the video. “My children have seen too much.”
The video quickly trended across Nigerian social media platforms, with fans, women’s rights advocates, and fellow celebrities expressing shock and concern for her safety. Hashtags such as #StandWithRegina and #JusticeForRegina began circulating, calling for a proper investigation and urging the public not to ignore her cries for help.
Nwoko Responds: “She’s Battling Drug and Alcohol Abuse”
In response, Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents Delta North in the National Assembly, issued a formal statement dismissing Regina’s allegations. Instead, he painted a different picture, one of a wife in crisis, struggling with substance abuse and erratic behavior.
“The past 48 hours have been a nightmare,” Nwoko said. “Regina has gone on an unprovoked rampage, slapping staff, destroying cars and breaking windows. This isn’t about violence against her, it’s about her current battle with drugs and alcohol.”
The senator further claimed that he had arranged for Regina to begin rehabilitation treatment, either in Nigeria or abroad, but she refused. He expressed concerns about her mental health and alleged that her family members, including her brother, Sammy West, were enabling her addiction.
“Her brother is her main supplier,” Nwoko claimed. “She is not herself, and I am deeply worried about our children’s well-being in such an environment.”
Behind the Scenes: What Led to the Crisis?
Prior to this week’s dramatic exchange, fans had been speculating for months about cracks in the marriage. Rumors circulated earlier this year that Nwoko had fathered a child with another actress, Chika Ike, a claim both parties denied. Regina, however, deactivated her Instagram account during the heat of those rumors, further fueling suspicion that all was not well.
In March, Nwoko posted a public message marking six years of marriage with Daniels, stating, “She still can’t resist me.” The post was seen as a direct attempt to quash ongoing speculation.
But things took a sharp turn in October when Regina appeared in a second video, surrounded by security personnel and family members, alleging she was being harassed inside her marital home. Her brother, Sammy West, claimed on Instagram that “armed men” had been sent by Nwoko to intimidate her.
A Divided Public
Public opinion remains sharply divided. While many on social media have expressed empathy for Regina Daniels, calling her courageous for speaking out, others have rallied around Nwoko’s version of events, especially in light of the serious allegations of substance abuse.
Some netizens have also criticized the use of social media to air such personal and sensitive matters, urging both parties to seek private and professional resolution rather than a public showdown.
“This isn’t just gossip,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “There are children involved. Whether it’s drugs or abuse, this is a family in crisis.”
Others have used the incident to highlight broader issues, such as power imbalances in marriages with large age gaps, the mental health pressures of public life, and the culture of online spectacle surrounding celebrity relationships.
What Comes Next?
As of now, neither Regina Daniels nor Ned Nwoko has confirmed whether legal proceedings or separation are imminent. Calls for investigations, both into the abuse claims and the alleged drug use are gaining traction online.
Family members and close associates have remained largely silent, fueling further speculation about what might happen next.
