FCT POLICE CLARIFY ARREST OF REGINA DANIELS’S BROTHER SAMUEL OJEOGWU AMID MARITAL DISPUTE

The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has provided details regarding the arrest of Samuel Ojeogwu, popularly known as Sammy West, who is the brother of actress Regina Daniels. This development follows allegations made by Daniels that her estranged husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, orchestrated the detention. The police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, confirmed the arrest and outlined the legal basis for the action.

Adeh explained that Sammy West was arrested after repeatedly failing to honor police invitations related to a petition filed on October 28. The petition accused him and three others of conspiracy, trespass, assault, criminal intimidation, theft, and cyberbullying. “Upon receipt of the petition, the Metro Area Command extended several invitations to Mr Samuel Ojeogwu for questioning, which were not honoured,” Adeh stated. She emphasized that the arrest was carried out in Lagos under the authority of a duly issued court warrant, and Ojeogwu was subsequently transported to Abuja for investigation.

The police reaffirmed their commitment to due process. “Upon the conclusion of investigations, the suspect was charged on November 6, 2025, in court for offences bordering on criminal conspiracy, criminal trespass, assault, criminal intimidation, and theft. He has been remanded by the court pending fulfilling his bail conditions,” Adeh told the Tribune. This confirmation came after Regina Daniels and her siblings publicly accused Senator Nwoko of abusing his power, demanding Sammy West’s immediate release.

Earlier, Regina’s brother Sweezzy disclosed via Instagram that Sammy West had appeared in court and was remanded at Suleja Prison in Niger State. In response to the situation, Regina Daniels expressed desperation, stating she would consider returning to her marriage if it secured her brother’s release. The marital crisis between Daniels and Nwoko escalated on social media, with the actress alleging physical abuse by the senator. Nwoko denied these claims, attributing her behavior to substance abuse. The police clarification aims to address the controversy surrounding the arrest, underscoring adherence to legal procedures.