Ned Nwoko Encourages Polygamy Amid Fallout With 40 Years Younger Wife, 'Pity Men With One Wife..'

Nigerian Senator, Ned Nwoko, has once again hogged headlines. This time, the political figure has come into the limelight for his stance reaffirming his support of polygamy. The comment has stirred a widespread debate online, with netizens criticising the senator for his statement.

Ned Nwoko encourages men to have more than one wife

According to reports, the 64-year-old lawmaker, Ned Nwoko, made headlines earlier in October 2025 after his sixth wife, Regina, accused him of physically assaulting her. However, the senator denied the allegations and blamed the 25-year-old actress' behaviour on drug abuse, describing her as violent and destructive. The senator alleged that Regina slapped and assaulted three members of staff and damaged several properties, including cars and windows, "for no just cause".

Amid renewed public scrutiny, a 2020 BBC interview resurfaced in which Ned Nwoko affirmed that he fully believed in polygamy and insisted that it was not a sin. He also revealed his intention to marry another wife, noting that Regina was aware of his stance, as he came from a polygamous background and had a deep love for children.

Why is Ned Nwoko's statement making headlines now?

Ned Nwoko has not addressed the marital crisis with Regina so far. However, he addressed the issue during his October 27, 2025 (ET) appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today. During the conversation, he responded to the domestic violence allegation and reaffirmed his belief that polygamy offers men greater stability and balance.

When the anchor asked Ned how he managed to cope with having four wives, a feat many men consider impossible, he paused briefly before reaffirming his belief in polygamy. The senator cited the Old Testament and stated:

"Every man should do that (marry more than one wife). The Old Testament does allow men to marry more than one wife. I'm a man of faith. I'm sure you (Seun Okinbaloye) have a wife, but you also have girlfriends. The example I gave is this. Just imagine telling you to stand on one foot, on one leg. You know how difficult it is. But to stand on two, three, or four is much more balanced. That's just the example I gave. Do you understand this?"

In the same conversation, Ned Nwoko cautioned men against marrying only one wife. He explained that taking more than one wife 'promotes greater harmony and fulfilment in the home'. He was quoted as saying:

"I feel sorry for those (men) who have one wife. It's difficult to stand on one leg. No, I don't have any regrets (about marrying more than one wife). I will do the same thing again and again. This is the way it is. And that's the way it should be. You should marry who you want to marry. No, come on. I am not a violent person. I respect my wives. I love them. And I love my kids."

More about Ned Nwoko and Regina's marital crisis

Ned Nwoko's defence of polygamy and his announcement of reconciliation with his wife, Regina, came hours after she broke her silence. Regina spoke with a newspaper on October 27, 2025, and revealed that she had moved into a new home despite her husband's insistence that she should undergo rehabilitation, where she would not have access to d**gs. Ned also addressed the allegations against him during the Sunday special interview and stated:

"We're in control of the situation. I am who I am. I'm an Old Testament man."

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