"Ned is obsessed with virginity, Regina is obsessed with wealth" Catholic priest weighs in on Ned Nwoko and Regina Daniels' marriage crisis

Clerical Critique of the Nwoko-Daniels Union Sparks Public Debate

In a striking commentary that has stirred public discourse, Catholic priest Fr. Kelvin Ugwu has weighed in on the unfolding marital crisis between Nigerian politician Ned Nwoko and his actress wife Regina Daniels.

The priest’s remarks, delivered via social media and widely circulated through Linda Ikeji’s Blog, cast a critical light on the motivations behind the couple’s union, describing it as a transaction rooted in mutual greed rather than genuine affection.

Fr. Ugwu asserted that Ned Nwoko, a man significantly older than his wife, entered the marriage with a fixation on virginity, while Regina Daniels was driven by a desire for wealth. According to the priest, both parties got exactly what they sought, Ned found a young woman he believed to be untouched, and Regina secured financial elevation through the marriage. He emphasized that this dynamic was not a traditional marriage but rather a contract in which each party fulfilled the other's expectations.

The priest’s critique did not stop at the motivations behind the union. He argued that the current turmoil in their relationship is a natural consequence of the greed that underpinned it. “They have no reason to complain now that they are reaping the fruits of their greed,” he stated, suggesting that the breakdown of their marriage was inevitable given its foundation.

This commentary arrives amid swirling allegations and public speculation surrounding the couple. Ned Nwoko has reportedly accused Regina Daniels of drug abuse, a claim her older brother has publicly dismissed. The tension between the two has escalated, drawing widespread attention from fans, critics, and media outlets alike.

Fr. Ugwu’s remarks have resonated with many Nigerians, sparking conversations about the nature of celebrity marriages, the role of materialism, and the societal pressures that influence marital choices. While some have praised the priest for his candidness, others have questioned the appropriateness of such public moral judgments.

As the Nwoko-Daniels saga continues to unfold, this clerical intervention adds a new layer to the narrative, one that challenges not just the individuals involved, but the cultural norms that shape relationships in contemporary Nigeria.