Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has issued a public outcry against her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, following the sudden arrest of her closest friend. The incident, which Daniels claims is part of a pattern of harassment, has ignited a fresh wave of controversy and drawn strong reactions from Nigerians online.
An Instagram Plea and Escalating Allegations
On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Regina Daniels took to her Instagram story to voice her distress and directly question Senator Nwoko's motives. Her central concern was the safety of her best friend, identified as Ann, who was arrested the previous day under what Daniels described as unclear and potentially illegal circumstances.
The actress revealed that the allegations against her friend have shifted dramatically, beginning with claims of domestic violence, then morphing into accusations of drug use, and now culminating in an allegation of theft. Daniels expressed deep fear that this constant evolution of charges jeopardizes Ann's well-being.
In her emotional post, she referenced past statements from Nwoko, where he allegedly labeled Ann a "tiny devilish" drug supplier. She questioned why, after she attempted to clear that accusation, a new claim of theft had emerged. "How did a case of domestic violence get overshadowed by drug addiction and now theft?" she asked.
A Public Question to an Ex-Husband
Regina Daniels' message was a direct address to Ned Nwoko, framing the conflict as an unwanted extension of their past marital issues into her present life. She pointedly wrote, "You have lived the best part of your life why do you want mine to revolve around chaos?"
She further challenged him, asking if fabricating these dramas provided him with a sense of climax or satisfaction. This public airing of grievances suggests a significant and ongoing rift between the former couple, moving beyond private disputes into the legal and public spheres.
The context includes a previous report that a warrant was issued against Daniels and family members, including her brother Sammy West, for an alleged theft of $40,000 from Nwoko's home—a claim she has vehemently denied by stating he does not keep such cash at home.
Brother Enters the Fray and Netizens Weigh In
The drama has also drawn in Regina Daniels' family. Her elder brother, Sammy, who has himself been arrested amid the feud, recently issued a stern warning to Senator Nwoko via social media. He demanded the senator stop mentioning their family and focus on his constituency work.
Sammy offered three pieces of advice to Nwoko: to give his life to Jesus Christ, make peace with his soul, and find a therapist. He emphasized that the end of a relationship should not justify sustained enmity.
Meanwhile, Nigerian social media users have reacted strongly to Daniels' latest post. Comments compiled by Legit.ng show a divided public:
- @precious_anson was critical of Daniels: "Go and sit down, you think you can eat your cake and have it back?"
- @brendawhitepinky praised her tone: "This write up sounded more mature and healed... I am glad you are beginning to surround yourself with good people."
- @deadorablelooks_interiors speculated on Nwoko's motives: "Sorry Gina... 'Chinedu' couldn’t believe that you will move on very fast... He thought you’ll come crawling and begging him."
- @julez_oge felt Nwoko was "doing too much," suggesting the "ex" title might be causing him pain.
- @toryvillage questioned Daniels' surprise, pointing out Nwoko's known history of arresting people.
The situation remains unresolved, with Regina Daniels awaiting the next development while publicly challenging the actions of her powerful ex-husband.
