"Let's make it clear, no matter the money spent on me, it can never worth the time I gave you—Regina

 Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has vehemently dismissed her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko's assertions about financial support, emphasizing the irreplaceable value of her personal sacrifices during their relationship.

Iher post on X, stated that no amount of monetary investment could equate to the years, energy, and career opportunities she relinquished. This response comes days after Nwoko alleged he transferred ₦125 million to Daniels' family in the past two years alone, framing it as goodwill amid claims of harassment by her brother, Sammy West.

Daniels' points emboldened on deeper narrative of emotional and professional toll, highlighting how her prime years were dedicated to the union at the expense of her burgeoning acting career. Neighbors of the couple, as reported in the past, indicate that Daniels paused several film projects post-marriage to focus on family life and philanthropy, a decision she now portrays as a dedication and sacrifice that money can not buy.

In view of the above, Nwoko, a prominent politician and businessman who already has wife and children his previous marriages, before Regina, has not publicly addressed this specific counterclaim, but his recent Instagram posts suggest a pattern of leveraging financial narratives to justify his actions in the feud. Insights from family insiders reveal that such sacrifices are common in high-profile Nigerian celebrity marriages, where women often prioritise spousal support over individual ambitions, leading to long-term regrets in cases of relational breakdown.

The actress further clarified the absence of any legal marital bond, stating she would have pursued divorce proceedings years ago had formal documentation existed. Legal experts consulted over divorce clarified that while traditional and customary rites were performed in 2019, no court registry or statutory marriage certificate has been publicly verified, raising questions about the union's enforceability under Nigerian law.

This revelation adds a layer of complexity to Nwoko's recent calls for intervention, including police involvement in arresting Daniels' brother on allegations of trespassing and assault at their Abuja residence. Public records from the Delta State Police Command indicate the arrest occurred on November 7, 2025, but Daniels' family has decried it as an abuse of power, with no formal charges filed as of November 9.

Daniels' plea for autonomy—"Leave me alone, Ned. Marriage is not by force. Love is not by force" resonates with dimensional discussions on consent and control in polygamous setups prevalent among Nigerian elites. Advocacy groups like the Nigerian Feminist Forum have amplified her voice, drawing parallels to similar cases where influential men use legal and financial leverage to prolong relationships. Data from the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) shows a 15% rise in reported coercive control cases in celebrity divorces since 2020, often involving age-disparate unions.

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