Rita Daniels, the mother of Nollywood actress and senator’s wife Regina Daniels, has finally opened up about her daughter’s much-discussed marriage to Senator Ned Nwoko.
In a viral video making the rounds on social media, Rita admitted that she initially opposed the union, revealing that she never wanted her then 18-year-old daughter to marry a man in his 60s.
“I Had No Idea When It Began” – Rita Daniels Speaks
Rita shared that when Regina’s marriage became public, many people harshly criticized her, accusing her of arranging or profiting from the marriage. However, she clarified that she was unaware of the relationship when it began and did not influence her daughter’s decision.
“When Regina got married and people said I sold her to an older man, they didn’t know I wasn’t even aware of their relationship,” she said.
The emotional revelation has since stirred mixed reactions online, with fans expressing both sympathy and renewed debate over the actress’s early marriage to the wealthy politician.