Regina Daniels’ Family Gives Ned Nwoko 48 Hours To Accept Bride Price, Stop Alleged Harassment
Kinsmen of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels have given her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, 48 hours to accept the return of the bride price and stop allegedly harassing her family members. The directive came in an open letter signed by Favour Awele Obi on behalf of the Ogwashi-Uku community in Delta State. The kinsmen accused Nwoko of disrespecting cultural traditions and using his influence to intimidate Regina’s relatives. “With due respect to your office and person, we must express deep disappointment over your recent actions concerning our sister and her family. As a people, we value peace, fairness, and respect for our cultural traditions,” the letter stated in part. According to the community, under Ogwashi-Uku customs, a woman cannot be forced to remain in a marriage. If she decides to leave, her family is required to return the bride price. The kinsmen said Regina’s family had attempted to do so, but Nwoko allegedly refused to accept it. The letter warned that if he continues to decline, the bride price would be deposited at Ikeleke Quarter in Ogwashi-Uku, a traditional step that would formally end the marriage. The community also condemned the reported arrest and intimidation of Regina’s relatives, calling it “oppressive and an affront to our people and long-standing traditions.” The letter, which was shared on Instagram by Regina’s elder brother, Sweezzy, and actor Stanley Ontop, urged Nwoko to respect customs and ensure the immediate release of all affected family members. Regina Daniels had earlier accused her estranged husband of ordering the arrest of her brother and sister after she refused to return to him. The actress and Nwoko, who married in 2019, have two sons together. As of now, Nwoko has not responded to the family’s ultimatum.
