Ned Nwoko Denies Marrying Regina Daniels at 17, Calls Allegation False and Misleading
By Passman Akpos
Businessman and lawmaker, Senator Prince Ned Nwoko, has dismissed circulating claims by his wife, Regina Daniels, alleging that he married her when she was 17 years old.
In a statement on Thursday morning, Nwoko described the allegation as “entirely untrue and misleading,” insisting that verifiable records clearly contradict the claims.
> “It has come to my attention that false claims are being circulated by Regina, suggesting that I married her when she was 17 years old. These claims are entirely untrue and misleading,” the senator stated.
He explained that during his first meeting with Regina, he made efforts to verify her age and was presented with credible documentation confirming that she was 21 years old at the time.
> “During my first meeting with Regina, I asked her age, and she told me she was 21 years old. I further asked if she had any document to support this, and she presented her INEC voter’s card, which clearly shows that she was born on October 10, 1998. I informed her that I would keep this document in my possession, and I have done so since that day,” he said.
Nwoko added that Regina’s mother also confirmed her daughter’s age in a BBC interview conducted shortly after their marriage, further reinforcing the authenticity of the records.
He noted that their marriage took place six years ago, which means Regina is 27 years old today.
> “Any suggestion that I married her at 17 is false and should not be accepted by the public. The facts are verifiable and indisputable,” the statement continued.
The senator urged the public to treat Regina’s recent claims with skepticism, particularly in light of her ongoing personal struggles.
> “Until this is done, I urge the public to approach all her claims with caution and discernment, especially taking into account her current mental condition, having started and abandoned her rehabilitation from illegal drug addiction,” Nwoko added.
As of the time of this report, Regina Daniels has not publicly responded to the statement.
