A Federal Capital Territory court has mandated that Nollywood actress Regina Daniels must complete a drug rehabilitation program before she can regain access to her two children with Senator Ned Nwoko. This development comes amidst a public dispute between the estranged couple over child custody.
Regina Daniels Accuses Ned Nwoko of Withholding Children
Earlier today, Regina Daniels took to social media to voice her grievances against her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko. She alleged that he has deliberately prevented her from seeing their sons, Munir (5) and Khalifa, since she left the marriage in mid-November 2025. Regina claimed she departed due to incidents of domestic violence.
In her emotional statement, the actress accused Nwoko of employing various tactics to keep the children away from her. She also expressed frustration over his recent social media posts featuring the children, interpreting them as acts intended to spite her amidst their ongoing marital crisis.
Senator Nwoko's Official Response and Court Order
Senator Ned Nwoko, through his media aide, issued a formal response this afternoon, categorically denying Regina's allegations. His statement presented a different narrative, anchored on a legal directive.
The senator revealed that a court has formally ruled that Regina Daniels must undergo a drug rehabilitation process. Furthermore, the court mandated that she must be assessed and cleared by the Abuja Social Welfare Department before any access to the children is restored. This legal condition, according to Nwoko, is the primary reason for the current arrangement, not a personal decision to withhold the children.
Social Media Posting Dispute
Addressing Regina's complaint about him posting the children's photos online, Nwoko countered by pointing out her own history of sharing similar content. He questioned the inconsistency in her stance, wondering why an activity she previously engaged in has now become a point of contention.
Implications and Next Steps
The situation places the welfare of the two young children at the center of a very public legal and personal battle. The path forward for Regina Daniels to reunite with Munir and Khalifa is now clearly defined by the court's order.
She must successfully complete the stipulated drug rehabilitation program and satisfy the Abuja Social Welfare Department's assessment criteria. Until these legal conditions are met, the current custody arrangement is likely to remain in place, as framed by Senator Nwoko's response.
This case highlights the intersection of celebrity disputes, family law, and child welfare protocols in Nigeria. The involvement of the social welfare department underscores the court's focus on the best interests of the children as the paramount consideration.
