Rita Daniels, mother of actress Regina Daniels, accuses Senator Ned Nwoko of orchestrating the arrest of her children and alleges Regina funded his political campaign with $50,000.
Rita Daniels accuses Ned Nwoko — Tension has erupted in Delta State following serious allegations by Rita Daniels, the mother of popular Nollywood actress and politician’s wife Regina Daniels, against her son-in-law, Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District.
In a shocking outburst on Tuesday, Rita Daniels accused Senator Nwoko of using his influence to order the arrest of her eldest son and daughter, sparking a family feud that has quickly drawn public attention across Nigeria’s entertainment and political circles.
The emotional confrontation reportedly took place after security operatives allegedly detained two of Rita Daniels’ children in Abuja under unclear circumstances linked to a family disagreement.
In a viral video seen by LeadNaija News, Rita Daniels was seen protesting angrily and calling out the senator for “abusing power” and “turning family matters into political intimidation.”
“Ned Nwoko used Regina’s high star to boost his fallen star,” she fumed. “Regina gave Ned $50,000 for his election campaign. Ned, which money do you have? Regina is covering you. The same way you went up, you will come down.”
The outburst has ignited widespread speculation about growing tensions within the Nwoko family, which until recently appeared united in public. Rita Daniels accused the senator of turning against the very people who supported him during his rise to political prominence.
According to sources close to the family, the latest conflict reportedly stems from disagreements over family finances and political control, particularly regarding Regina Daniels’ growing independence and business ventures outside her husband’s political sphere.
Attempts by LeadNaija News to reach Senator Ned Nwoko’s media aide for clarification were unsuccessful as of press time. However, a source within the senator’s camp dismissed the allegations as “baseless drama designed to tarnish the senator’s image.”
“There’s no truth in those claims,” the source said. “Senator Nwoko did not order anyone’s arrest. The issue being raised is a family misunderstanding that has unfortunately spilled into the public domain.”
Despite the denial, social media platforms have been buzzing with heated debates, as fans and political observers weigh in on the controversy. The hashtag #RitaDanielsVsNedNwoko trended on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram within hours, with thousands of users demanding transparency over the alleged arrests.
Some supporters of Rita Daniels praised her courage in confronting the influential senator, while others criticized her public outburst, describing it as “family matters that should have been settled privately.”
A top Nollywood insider who spoke anonymously to LeadNaija News revealed that tension between Regina Daniels’ family and Ned Nwoko had been “building up quietly for months.”
“Regina has been trying to balance her career, motherhood, and her husband’s political life,” the insider said. “But her mother, Rita, has always been vocal about protecting her daughter’s interests. This latest incident seems to have pushed her over the edge.”
Observers say the situation has cast fresh light on power dynamics within celebrity marriages, especially where political influence and family interests intersect. The allegations that Regina Daniels contributed $50,000 to her husband’s election campaign have added another layer of intrigue to the already complex saga.
As of Tuesday evening, neither Regina Daniels nor Senator Ned Nwoko had issued an official statement addressing the controversy, though aides close to the actress said she was “deeply disturbed” by the public fallout and was appealing for calm behind the scenes.
Security sources have yet to confirm the alleged arrests, but witnesses at the protest site in Abuja said Rita Daniels led a small group of supporters to demand the release of her children, holding placards and chanting slogans against “abuse of power.”
The situation continues to develop, with many Nigerians calling on law enforcement and the National Human Rights Commission to investigate the matter thoroughly.
For now, the Daniels-Nwoko family feud remains the most talked-about celebrity controversy of the week, raising questions about power, influence, and the blurred lines between politics and personal life.
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