Ned Nwoko Addresses Allegations of Marrying Regina Daniels at 17, Shares Evidence Showing Her Age
- Senator Ned Nwoko has addressed the allegations that he married his estranged wife, actress Regina Daniels, at 17
- The lawmaker, who provided evidence, also revealed the Nollywood star's current age, igniting comments from Nigerians
- His response comes after human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore made bold accusations against him
Senator Ned Nwoko has dismissed allegations by his estranged wife, actress Regina Daniels, that he married her when she was 17 years old, describing the claims as “false, misleading, and malicious.”
In a statement issued via his social media pages on Thursday, November 13, Nwoko stated that the allegations were moves to tarnish his image.
Source: Instagram
Ned Nwoko reveals Regina's age
According to the lawmaker, when he first met Regina, she informed him she was 21 years old and presented an Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) voter’s card as evidence, which showed 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 he married the actress six years ago, asserting that by all verifiable records, she was now 27 years old.
“According to all verifiable records, our marriage took place six years ago, which means Regina is 27 years old today," he said.
Source: Instagram
This comes after human rights activist and politician Omoyele Sowore made a fresh accusation against Nwoko on his marriage to actress Regina Daniels.
According to Sowore, the politician engaged in unethical conduct before marrying his now estranged wife.
Reactions trail Ned Nwoko's revelation
Legit.ng compiled the reactions of social media users below:
KizzyBoo TV said:
"I believe you sir.. Don't allow that little girl Intimidate you.. You can still marry her types over and over again."
Michael Obinwa commented:
"She was 18 for like 5yrs, I believe you have learnt a lesson on this Sir, you can imagine how they are dragging you because of marriage.."
Suleiman Ibn Yusuf said:
"Papa has evidence for everything. "
Chijioke Ikem said:
"My able Senator, please, don't pay attention to blackmailers; focus in creating Anioma state. That is more important for us in SE. Allow wailers to wail, Sir."
Chukwuebuka Nwoye wrote:
"I support you fully my Senator. I no dey too believe these gender story until I hear from the other part."
Chiedozie Vincent said:
"If you're a man , and stand for what you believe in , then people will respect you , Ned stood for what he believes in and I love it."
Ivy Noble commented:
"You were really 16steps ahead."
Firstlike Enaye wrote:
"Evidence is what pa Ned is just dropping... Who believe Regina Daniel and his family, na Big F000/"
Chukwudi Princewill Eze said:
"After seeing all this Drama , I come dey fear to Marry."
Regina hints at marrying again
Legit.ng previously reported that Regina Daniels revealed that age might not deter her from love in another life.
The actress responded to a curious fan on Instagram about whether she would consider marrying an older man again.
Her response came amid the storm surrounding her marriage to Ned Nwoko.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
