Senator Ned Nwoko has spoken publicly for the first time following a viral video showing his wife, actress Regina Daniels, in visible distress.
In a lengthy post and accompanying short video shared on his Instagram page, #princenednwoko, on Sunday, Nwoko alleged that Regina was struggling with drug and alcohol abuse, which he claimed was the root cause of their marital crisis.
“Regina was not always like this. Her current battle with drugs and alcohol abuse is the root of our problem.
“She must continue her rehabilitation programme, or I fear for her life and safety,” he wrote.
The senator further alleged that Regina went on a violent rampage at their home during his absence, attacking staff and destroying property.
“She slapped and hit three staff in the past 48 hours and destroyed property, including cars and windows, for no just cause.
“Now she has moved to a place where she will have unrestricted access to drugs,” the senator claimed.
Nwoko said he had offered his wife two rehabilitation options, one in Asokoro and another in Jordan, “where she will not have access to drugs.”
He also accused some of Regina’s close associates of worsening the situation, describing them as “drug suppliers.”
“While I took Moon to the hospital, a scene of chaos unfolded at home, orchestrated by Sammy, Regina’s main drug supplier.
“Another known supplier of drugs to Regina is the tiny evil devil called Ann,” he alleged.
His post came just hours after this newspaper reported that a video of Regina Daniels — visibly agitated and shouting during a confrontation — had gone viral on Saturday, sparking widespread concern.
In the video, the actress could be heard saying,
“In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my own house, I am a Queen. Not again. I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much.”
Her brother, Ojeogwu Samuel Danhillman, popularly known as Sammy West, also reacted angrily on Instagram, accusing Nwoko of physically assaulting his sister and vowing to defend her.
“Anywhere wey man dey beat woman, whether na my sister or not, I go fight with my blood,” he wrote.
The exact cause of the altercation remains unclear, as neither Regina Daniels nor her representatives have issued any public response to Nwoko’s allegations.
Regina Daniels, who married Ned Nwoko in 2019, has frequently been in the public eye alongside the politician and businessman. Their union — defined by a 40-year age gap — has long drawn public attention and debate.