ABUJA, Nigeria – November 3, 2025 – Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, 24, has publicly accused her estranged husband, Senator Prince Ned Nwoko, 64, of masterminding the arrest of her elder siblings in a calculated effort to coerce her into resuming a rehabilitation program for alleged drug and alcohol addiction. The allegations, posted in a series of emotional Instagram Stories on Monday, November 3, have escalated a weeks-long marital crisis that has captivated Nigerian media and social platforms, drawing sharp divisions between supporters of the actress and the Delta North lawmaker.
In her posts, Daniels appeared visibly distraught, typing in a mix of English and Pidgin: “Someone please help me! I feel like I’m losing my mind. I never thought I would do this, but my big brother and big sister have been arrested. My baby sister might be arrested soon as well until I return and, according to him, return to rehab.” She directly addressed Nwoko, accusing him of weaponizing law enforcement: “You said I’m a drug addict, me I use am rob body sir! What other name can you call me? A prostitute? But I will speak on that one day and tell the world of your involvement with everything.” Daniels further lamented the potential ruin of their public image, stating, “A big shame that the beautiful but short legacy we built is about to be ridiculed by the whole world. Must things go completely south if partners are no longer interested?”
The actress emphasized her attempts at maturity amid provocation: “I’m trying, I’m really trying to be the bigger person by not saying or doing anything whereas I’m fking young, petty, and immature! So I can act like a fking 24-year-old child and speak my pain! Leave my family alone, Ned!” She later added in a follow-up post, “Ned, you have power, connections and money. It’s wild for you to think I have none. I wouldn’t want to see the man I once saw as an iroko fall before everyone.”
Daniels' family has rallied in her defense. Her London-based brother, Lawrence “Sweezy” Daniels, posted on Instagram confirming the arrests at Ogombo Police Station in Lekki, Ajah, alleging that sibling Sammy West was beaten during detention. Sweezy warned, “If anything happens to Regina, Sammy, or Destiny, hold Ned Nwoko responsible,” and dismissed accusations of theft or drug supply against the family as retaliatory. He referenced Nwoko’s late son Tarik’s death from drug-related complications, questioning selective outrage. Younger sister Destiny Daniels shared photos of alleged scars on Regina, countering reconciliation rumors.
Regina’s mother, Rita Daniels, a veteran actress and politician, escalated the feud in a viral video, cursing Nwoko and claiming she funded his senatorial campaign with $50,000 (approximately ₦82 million). “You used my daughter for fame,” she alleged, vowing to expose further details.
As of Tuesday, November 4, Senator Nwoko has not issued a public response to the arrest allegations. His most recent statement, dated October 19, addressed earlier domestic violence claims by attributing the couple’s issues to Regina’s “battle with drugs and alcohol abuse.” In a detailed Instagram post titled “Regina’s Unprovoked Carnage And Rampage In My House And In My Absence,” Nwoko alleged that Regina assaulted three domestic staff, destroyed property including cars and windows, and endangered lives during outbursts. He claimed she refused hospital visits for their son Moon while under the influence and identified her brother Sammy as her “main drug supplier,” alongside an associate named Ann.
Nwoko stated he had proposed rehabilitation options in Asokoro, Abuja, or Jordan “where she will not have access to drugs,” expressing fear for her safety: “Regina was not always like this. She must continue her rehabilitation program, or I fear for her life and safety.” He denied violence, noting his other wives have never accused him of abuse and positioning Regina as the aggressor.
The crisis traces back to mid-October when a viral video showed Regina in tears, declaring, “In Ned Nwoko’s house, I am nothing, but in my own house, I am a Queen. I can’t stand the violence, it’s too much.” Reports emerged of her filing for divorce citing domestic abuse, prompting Nwoko’s counter-narrative. Regina has since acquired a new home and posted celebratory content, signaling independence.
Public reaction has been polarized. On X (formerly Twitter), hashtags like #FreeReginaSiblings and #NedNwoko trend alongside memes and debates. Supporters of Daniels decry alleged intimidation by a powerful figure, while Nwoko’s defenders cite his evidence of property damage and prior rehab efforts. Human rights advocates have called for police transparency regarding the arrests, with no official statement from Lagos or Delta authorities confirming charges—rumored to involve theft or drug-related offenses.
The couple’s union, solemnized in 2019 when Regina was 18, produced two sons, Moon and Khalifa. Once celebrated for glamour and philanthropy, it faced early scrutiny over the 40-year age gap and Nwoko’s polygamous household (he has six wives). Regina converted to Islam and adopted the name “Noor,” but recent posts revert to her Christian roots.
Legal experts note that without court filings or police reports, claims remain unverified. Divorce proceedings, if initiated, would navigate Nigeria’s Marriage Act, potentially involving custody, assets, and prenuptial terms. Substance abuse allegations could trigger NDLEA involvement, though no raids have been reported.
As the saga unfolds, Regina continues social media activity from an undisclosed location, while Nwoko attends Senate duties. Sources close to the family hint at mediation attempts failing amid mutual distrust. This high-profile fallout underscores broader conversations on power imbalances, addiction stigma, and celebrity marriages in Nigeria’s entertainment-politics nexus.
