- Nigerian politician Ned Nwoko congratulated his wife, Regina Daniels, on winning the Nollywood Personality of the Year award at The Sun Awards, despite ongoing marital drama
- This comes after Regina Daniels removed Nwoko's surname from her social media bio, sparking rumours of marital issues
- Nwoko's post has garnered widespread reaction from netizens
Billionaire politician Ned Nwoko has publicly celebrated his wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, on her recent award win, despite swirling rumours about trouble in their marriage.
Regina Daniels was recently honoured with the Nollywood Personality of the Year award at The Sun Awards, held in Lagos on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Despite her absence from the ceremony due to unforeseen circumstances, Daniels expressed her heartfelt gratitude for the recognition.
In a statement on Instagram on Sunday, March 2, Daniels thanked the organisers and her fans for their unwavering support. "Thank you THE SUN award for this huge recognition. Unfortunately, I couldn’t make it in person due to some unforeseen circumstances, but award well received and appreciated.”
Her win comes amid speculation about her marriage to Nwoko, following her decision to remove his surname from her social media bio and delete photos of them together. These changes fueled rumors of a rift between the couple.
However, Nwoko publicly congratulated Daniels on her achievement, sharing a video from the ceremony on his Instagram page. “Congratulations, Regina Daniels, A big congratulations to my dear wife, Regina Daniels, on being honored as The Sun Newspaper's Nollywood Personality of the Year!
“Your dedication, talent, and passion for the industry continue to set you apart. This recognition is a testament to your hard work and the impact you've made in Nollywood. I am incredibly proud of you and excited for all the greatness ahead. Keep soaring, my love! The sky is just the starting point.” he wrote.
This public display of affection has sparked mixed reactions online, with some fans applauding Nwoko's maturity and others questioning the sincerity of his gesture and his marital situation with Daniels.
Reactions trail Ned Nwoko's congratulatory message to Regina Daniels
Here are some reactions below;
@iammissstylitude commented: “This man is very matured. Couple quarrel but in the midst of the quarrel, they still wish each other well. That's how marriage is and I hope Regina grows up and stop being childish. All the same, congratulations.”
@lara__eni commented: “Another day to remind you guys to MIND YOUR BUSINESS!!”
@teeywholesales_store commented: “Daddy don pour spit for our face 000 should mind your business ooo ... please you all.”
@gracegirl226 commented: “Nigerians will not Like this tweet sir.”
@realmalachyatusco commented; “Both of them has been following each other...una dey here dey make noise up and down.”
@edithruchy commented: “She stopped wearing her ring, she removed your name, her father for the 1st time welcomed her at the air port from her trip from UK. She deleted your pictures from her account Sen Ned, address this issue well & stop pretending.”
@mizs.mart commented: “Oga ur so call wife, has stop putting on her ring I say make I tell u. Sir.”
@cee_dymond commented: “Shey una dey see the difference now...if na that una young husband he will keep malice till thy kingdom come. All shades seen but na who get mature husband I go reply.”
@preshmimi_glam commented: “lol I love how celebrities are handling things now, nice one sir.”
@umuahia_vendors commented: “Ned can never divorce Regina online INLAW's pls take note. Even if she file for divorce He won't accept it. It's for better and for worse.”
Ned Nwoko denies Chika Ike pregnancy rumours as Regina Daniel deletes Instagram account
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that Ned Nwoko's team dismissed rumours that he plans to marry Chika Ike as his seventh wife or that she is pregnant with his child, issuing an official statement to clarify the matter.
The statement also refuted claims that Nwoko made comments about 2Baba and polygamy, and following the statement, Regina Daniels deleted her Instagram account, fueling further speculation about her connection to the paternity of Chika Ike's baby.