I commend you for speaking against violent protest, Ned Nwoko tells Regina Daniels

Ned Nwoko, the husband of actress Regina Daniels, has defended his wife following backlash over her comments on the #EndBadGovernance protest.

The nationwide protest, which began on August 1, saw some Nigerians taking to the streets to decry poor governance and the soaring cost of living in the country.

In response, President Bola Tinubu, in an August 4 broadcast, urged protesters to end their actions in favour of dialogue.

The 23-year-old actress found herself at the center of controversy after she criticised acts of violence by some protesters.

Her remarks led to intense criticism on social media, with many users accusing her of speaking from a “privileged position” and being out of touch with the struggles of ordinary Nigerians.

Addressing her critics, Daniels acknowledged her privilege but argued that it does not diminish her concern for the economic challenges bedevelling Nigeria.

She said even from her privileged position, she is affected by the nation’s challenges, adding that her domestic staff and those around her also bear the brunt of the rising costs.