A viral post on social media has put actress Regina Daniels back in the headlines, but this time from a surprising angle. Influencer Kelly ...
A viral post on social media has put actress Regina Daniels back in the headlines, but this time from a surprising angle. Influencer Kelly Hassino says he met the actress earlier this year at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja — and describes her as polite, well-coordinated and clearly not a drug user. With rumours of her alleged substance use swirling, his meeting adds a fresh voice to the story. It’s similar to when Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo defended his peer after social-media allegations last year, reminding us that first-hand encounters still hold weight.
In the midst of swirling reports accusing Regina Daniels of drug use, a social-media influencer has stepped up to defend her reputation. Kelly Hassino said he met the actress at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja early this year, introduced himself as a social-media influencer — and was struck by her demeanour.
He explained that her calm, coordinated manner stood out. “She was so polite and coordinated,” he said. “If you’ve met many addicts like I have, you’ll know their body language. She didn’t show any of that.” Kelly admitted she might drink alcohol on occasion, but insisted that the drug-use allegations are baseless.
His full statement read: “I refuse to agree that Regina Daniels is a drug addict. Alcohol maybe, but drugs… noo. I met her once at Transcorp Hilton earlier this year. I introduced myself as a social-media influencer… she was so polite and coordinated. I’ve met many drug addicts… it’s easy to tell that they are. Regina is only a very stubborn girl — and when you’re one of the wives in a polygamous marriage, you have no choice but to be stubborn because it can mean the difference between life and death. I no gree! Mba.”
Kelly’s intervention comes amid the high-profile domestic dispute between Regina and her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, which featured allegations of drug abuse among other claims. Amid that chaos, Kelly’s meeting provides a snapshot of a different side of Regina.
His view also touches on the pressures faced by women in prominent and polygamous marriages — a theme that echoes across Nigeria. For example, when Singer Tiwa Savage spoke about navigating fame and personal relationships, she highlighted how resilience and careful self-presentation become survival tools. In Regina’s case, Kelly believes her “strong personality” is misinterpreted as something darker.
Of course, the narrative isn’t without its critics. Some netizens commented that one meeting at a hotel doesn’t erase all rumours. One wrote: “So you met her at a hotel, she was polite — that alone doesn’t prove she isn’t using.” Another argued that being composed in public doesn’t always translate to truth behind closed doors.
But for Kelly, the meeting left a mark. His insistence on Regina’s “coordinated” presence and rejection of drug-user traits aims to push back on what he sees as unfair public judgement. Whether his words will shift sentiment remains to be seen — but they offer a fresh lens.
Conclusion
While the allegations around Regina Daniels continue to fuel discussion, this personal account from a man who met her at Transcorp Hilton Abuja adds a new dimension to the story. It reminds us that public figures are human, complex and often seen through multiple lenses. Whether the full truth emerges or not, one thing is clear — the conversation around reputation, substance use and celebrity image won’t quiet down anytime soon.