Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has revealed that severe pain and mobility challenges have left her relying on a wheelchair after months of battling an undisclosed health condition.
Daniels disclosed this in a video posted on her Instagram page on Saturday to mark her 25th birthday, explaining that her condition had worsened over the past few months and contributed to her absence from social media.
The mother of two said what initially appeared to be a minor health issue gradually deteriorated, sometimes leaving her unable to walk.
“I know many of you may be surprised seeing me in a wheelchair. Well, welcome to another chapter of my life. Let me walk you through what my life has been since many of you have asked questions about my absence,” she said.
The actress said her condition took a turn for the worse after a children’s carnival she hosted, with repeated medical tests and increasingly severe pain affecting her daily life.
“For several months now, I have lost my freedom to move around as I please. It started as something minor, very minor, but eventually led to this.
“But things took a major turn after the last public gathering I hosted, my children’s day carnival. One test after another, I jokingly started calling myself elaborate. The pain became excruciating. Sometimes I can walk, and sometimes I can’t move. I cried,” she said.
Despite the challenges, Daniels expressed gratitude for what she described as significant progress in her recovery, saying she was gradually getting better.
She also credited her faith in God with helping her cope with the difficult period and expressed hope for healing and peace.
The actress spoke about the emotional impact of her condition, particularly the loss of independence and the need to rely on others for everyday activities.
Explaining why she chose to share her experience publicly, Daniels said recent developments in her recovery had encouraged her to speak to her fans and well-wishers.
“Well, me sitting here today, in front of this camera, sharing this with y’all, it’s because there’s been some really significant developments in my recovery. And I say, thank you, Lord,” she said.
Daniels also disclosed that she had moved closer to her loved ones, particularly her children, whom she described as being close to her heart.
She said she initially rented the property but later developed an interest in owning it after moving in.
The actress married businessman and politician Ned Nwoko in 2019, and they have two children.
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