In a dramatic turn, Nollywood star Regina Daniels has claimed she was only 17 years old when she married senator/entrepreneur Ned Nwoko — ...
In a dramatic turn, Nollywood star Regina Daniels has claimed she was only 17 years old when she married senator/entrepreneur Ned Nwoko — a claim that clashes with the senator’s firm denial that she was 19 at the time. The explosive revelation comes amid ongoing marital tensions, echoing other celebrity age‑controversies like when global stars had to clarify their early careers.
Drama escalated in the marriage between Regina Daniels and Ned Nwoko as the actress publicly claimed she was just 17 when the union began — and even suggested she became pregnant early. Her statement, posted on social media, included:
“When I married you at 17, was I on drugs? … I just feel so ashamed that all this had to come out in the messiest way.
This stunned many Nigerians and set off a fierce debate across platforms.
The Claim from Regina
Regina’s assertion continues the volley of accusations she has lodged against Nwoko in recent weeks: that she was manipulated, cut off from her family, and subjected to alleged control and abuse. In linking her age to vulnerability, she writes about her “prime years” being sacrificed.
By claiming she was 17 when married, she frames the relationship as one with a significant power imbalance — a young woman, older man, and a union under strain.
Nwoko’s Response
On the other side, Ned Nwoko has strongly refuted the 17‑year‑old claim:
“For clarity, Regina Daniels was born on October 10, 2000. If she has been married for six years, that means she got married at 19 years old, not 17.”
In his statement, he emphasises that the marriage was public, involving her family, and “honourable”.
He also declared that claims of her being 17 were “false, misleading and malicious.”
Why This Matters
Beyond the personal pain of the couple, this story taps into sensitive issues:
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Underage marriage: If Regina really was 17, legal and ethical questions arise about consent and power. Some social‑media users have described the situation as one of predation.
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Celebrity + politics: The man involved is a high‑profile politician; the woman a famous actress. The marriage has attracted scrutiny from fans and activists alike.
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Control, power & vulnerability: Regina’s narrative centres on a younger woman whose “prime years” were taken. It resonates globally — think of situations where younger stars were married into vastly different worlds.
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Document war: Age, birth‑dates, and voter cards have surfaced in the debate. On one side, sources claim her passport/birth certificate suggests a 2001 birth (making her ~17 in 2019).On the other, Nwoko insists the record shows 2000 (making her 19 at start).
Public Reaction
Social media has exploded. Some express outrage, others confusion. For example:
“She was 17 at marriage? How is that even allowed with a man old enough to be her father?”
Another set of comments defends the marriage:
“Whether 17 or 19, she went into it of her free will. Why are people attacking the man alone?”
What’s Next
What remains to be seen:
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Will any legal body verify the documents (passport, birth certificate, voter card) to clearly settle the age question?
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Will Regina’s claims of abuse and manipulation lead to formal investigations?
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Will Nwoko respond further or initiate legal action over what he calls “fabricated” allegations?
Either way, the narrative is far from over.