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Top 5 Nigerian Celebrities Who Married Politicians
The lively Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, has witnessed numerous celebrities tying the knot with politicians. This article presents five Nollywood stars who wed politicians, mixing fame with political influence.
Nigerian Celebrities Who Married Politicians
- Judy Austin
- Queen Nwokoye
- Adesua Etomi
- Mercy Johnson
- Regina Daniels
5. Judy Austin
Judy Austin Uchechukwu Edochie, formerly known as Judy Austin Mougbalu, is a well-known Nollywood Actress, Movie Producer, and model. She was born on December 31, 1991, in Anambra State, Nigeria.
She became the second wife of Nollywood actor and Politician Yul Edochie in 2021, and they have a child together. Despite Yul Edochie’s loss in the 2017 governorship election, he remains active in politics. In 2022, he declared his intention to run for the 2023 presidential election but ultimately did not participate.
4. Queen Nwokoye
Nigerian actress, entrepreneur, and television personality Queen Nwokoye was born on August 11, 1982, in Abia State, Nigeria. She married Imo State Politician Oluchi Uzoma, who is also a pastor, in a discreet ceremony in 2011. They have two boys and a daughter, but she prefers to keep her family life private rather than displaying it publicly.
3. Adesuwa Etomi
Tolulope Adesua Etomi-Wellington, born on February 22, 1988, is a Nigerian actress. She professionally goes by Adesua Etomi. She married Banky W, a Nigerian singer/actor and politician.
Etomi and Banky W became engaged in February 2017. They had their traditional marriage on November 19, a court wedding on November 20, and a white wedding on November 25, 2017. In early January 2021, Adesua and Banky W welcomed their son, Hazaiah Wellington.
Adesua actively supports her husband in his political career. She is a dedicated and supportive wife.
2. Mercy Johnson
Mercy Johnson Okojie, a Nigerian actress, film director, and film producer, was born on August 28, 1984, in Okene, Kogi State, Nigeria.
She married Prince Odianosen Okojie, a businessman and politician, on August 27, 2011. They have four children: Purity, Henry, Angel, and Divine. In 2018, Prince Okojie ran for a seat in the Edo State House of Representatives, but the election was later canceled. Recently, he announced his intention to run for a seat in the Federal House of Representatives under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
1. Regina Daniels
Regina Daniels, a Nigerian actress and film producer, doubles as a businesswoman and entrepreneur. She was born on October 10, 2000.
The popular Nollywood actress Regina Daniels wedded Ned Nwoko, a well-known Delta Politician.
Ned Nwoko, the husband of Regina Daniels, is a Nigerian lawyer, philanthropist, and politician. He served as a member of the House of Representatives from 1999 to 2003, representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency, Delta State.
Regina Daniels also fulfills her role as a supportive wife, actively backing her husband’s political career.