Senator Ned Nwoko has disputed the recent negative drug test result of his estranged wife, Regina Daniels, claiming it is evidence of short-term abstinence rather than genuine sobriety.

In a statement on his official X account, Nwoko’s communication team argued that recovery and accountability require sustained effort and professional support, not just social media posts.

“Temporary abstinence does not erase the underlying challenges that brought this situation to light. Recovery and accountability are not matters for social media posts or public engagement; they require sustained effort, honesty, and a genuine engagement with professional support,” the statement reads.

The statement also questioned the conditions under which the test was conducted, citing earlier assessments from reputable centers in Nigeria and South Africa that showed Daniels tested positive for substances like cocaine and marijuana.

He claimed he tried to support Daniels privately before the matter became public but she denied needing help.

“In contrast, earlier findings of drugs and alcohol use were established through assessments conducted by two independent, reputable centres in Nigeria and South Africa.

“These reports were professionally compiled, formally documented, and will be presented and defended in court, and the centres involved will be subpoenaed to testify to their findings.

“Presenting a later negative result as proof that no prior use occurred is misleading and disingenuous. At best, it reflects abstinence over a period of time. It does not invalidate earlier medical reports, nor does it negate what necessitated intervention in the first place.

“Renaming it does not alter its chemical composition, its risks, or its impact on judgment and stability.

“Moreover, temporary abstinence, whether for weeks or months, does not address the underlying issues that brought this situation to where it is today. Healing is not episodic, and accountability is not performative.”

Nwoko is referencing a court judgment that granted him custody of their children, stating that Daniels should undergo supervised therapy.

“When the court gave judgment in favour of Senator Ned having custody, and dismissed all unsubstantiated human rights abuse claims brought forward last year, the court order stated that Regina should go for supervised therapy with evidence of same.

“We did not make it a time for public show. Senator Ned gave Regina a window to quietly seek the needed help. He acted discreetly, keeping matters out of the media while encouraging access to professional care so she could maintain a meaningful relationship with her children.

“It is therefore inaccurate to suggest consistent sobriety or to dismiss prior findings. A single test, taken at a time of one’s choosing, does not outweigh documented assessments conducted independently and professionally.”

The public feud between the couple started in October 2025, with Daniels accusing Nwoko of domestic violence and coercion, which he denies, attributing the issues to her alleged substance use disorder. (The Nation)