Nollywood actress and film producer, Rita Daniels, has addressed long-standing rumours claiming she orchestrated her daughter Regina Daniels’ marriage to billionaire politician, Ned Nwoko.
In an interview with BBC News Igbo dated October 3, the actress firmly denied ever supporting or initiating the union, stating she was the last person to know they were in a relationship.
Rita Daniels revealed that contrary to public belief, Regina was determined to marry Ned Nwoko, and even started reacting strongly when questioned about the relationship.
When Regina got married and the world said I was the one who forced her, they claimed I sold her to an older man. What they did not know is that I wasn’t even aware when they started dating, she said.
According to her, Regina had never introduced any man to her except Ned, and when she confronted her daughter, she noticed an unusual level of determination.
Rita further disclosed that Ned Nwoko did not approach her officially about marriage until after his political campaign. Faced with her daughter’s insistence, she felt helpless.
I was weak, but what was I to do? Should I chase my daughter away? I had to stand with her. People can insult me and say what they want; my daughter’s happiness is my priority, she added.
She emphasized that she chose to bear public criticism to protect Regina and maintain peace within her family.
It is better they call me names. What matters is that my family is at peace and my daughter is happy in her marriage, she concluded.
