Nollywood actress Regina Daniels is asking her critics to take a chill pill, as she addressed the controversy surrounding her recent statement about having 20 boyfriends before marrying her husband and Senator, Ned Nwoko.
The popular Nigerian actress had in an earlier interview, revealed that she had multiple suitors before she met her husband, Ned, with over 20 boyfriends for different purposes.
“When I started with my husband, I forgot I was supposed to have a boyfriend,” she said.
“Then I had like 20 boyfriends, each for different purposes. So when people think I did not have a choice or think my mum forced me to marry my husband.”
But on Wednesday 30th October 2024, Regina Daniels took to her official Instagram handle to further clarify things to avoid being misquoted.
She stated that her comment about having 20 boyfriends, was intended to reassure her husband whom she said she met as a virgin, and empower young girls.
She also emphasized that having multiple male friends willing to help doesn’t obligate women to compromise their values.
‘Hey everyone, I want to clarify the 20 boyfriends ish solely to soothe my husband and also educate young girls that having several male/boyfriends willing to do things for you doesn’t mean you owe them your body. And oh yes. I did have a lot but i made a promise to keep my virginity till my marriage. And guess what”? I did!!!! its a big flex!
But hold oh! What did you guys expect na? It was your little beautiful sweetheart, Regina Daniels of course men and ladies would admire. So everyone chill pls”, she said.
Regina Daniels who is still being dragged by critics about her marriage, also revealed that her decision to marry him was not driven by material possessions.
Addressing public scrutiny and criticism over her marriage, particularly the notable age gap, Regina Daniels clarified in a recent live video that her relationship with Nwoko was rooted in genuine affection and shared values rather than wealth.
“My mum and family were initially against my marriage to Ned,” Daniels shared, explaining that it took considerable persuasion for her family to support her decision. She added that her mother, Rita Daniels, only came to accept the marriage after recognizing her deep commitment.
Despite rumours that her mother had introduced her to Nwoko at a political rally, Daniels insists she first met him during a sightseeing trip with a former boyfriend. She emphasized that they connected over shared interests, which sparked a relationship based on mutual understanding.
The 22-year-old actress defended her marriage against claims it was orchestrated for financial gain, asserting that her happiness and personal growth within the relationship have been her primary focus. “People don’t see the other side of him,” she explained, maintaining that her choice was independent of material motives.