Prince Chinedu Munir Nwoko, popularly known as Ned Nwoko, is a Nigerian Muslim lawyer, philanthropist, and politician who currently serves as the senator representing Delta North.
A prince by birth, Ned Nwoko grew up in comfort within the Nwoko Royal Family of Idumuje-Ugboko. That royal privilege opened global doors for him after finishing secondary school in Nigeria. He travelled to the United Kingdom, where he earned a Law and History degree from the University of Keele and an LLM in Maritime and Commercial Law from King’s College London, before being called to the English Bar at Lincoln’s Inn.
Who Is Ned Nwoko?
Ned Nwoko is a Nigerian lawyer, businessman, philanthropist, and senator representing Delta North under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). Though he was elected on the PDP platform, he has since defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
He is known for his role in pushing for London & Paris Club loan refunds, his high-profile philanthropy (including a malaria eradication campaign), and for creating tourism and educational projects in Delta State. He is also known for being married to popular Nollywood actress Regina Daniels.
Profile Summary
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Full Name |
Prince Chinedu Munir Nwoko |
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Date of Birth / Age |
21 December 1960 (age 64 as of 2025) |
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State of Origin |
Delta State |
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Local Government Area |
Aniocha North (Idumuje Ugboko Kingdom) |
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Tribe / Ethnicity |
Igbo |
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Religion |
Islam |
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Marital Status |
Married (polygamous) |
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Political Party |
(formerly PDP, announced move to APC in 2025) |
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Current Position |
Senator, Delta North Senatorial District |
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Years Active in Politics |
Since 1999 (House of Reps) |
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Net Worth (Estimated) |
$1.2 billion (as commonly reported) |
Early Life and Education
Prince Chinedu (Ned) Munir Nwoko was born on the 21st of December 1960 into the Nwoko Royal Family of Idumuje Ugboko Kingdom, Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta State. After he completed his primary and secondary education in Nigeria, he relocated to the United Kingdom for tertiary education.
He earned his first degree in Law and History at the University of Keele, Staffordshire. He went on to study at King’s College London, where he obtained an LLM in maritime and commercial law. Subsequently, he was called to the English Bar at Lincoln’s Inn. He was also awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Letters (D.Litt) by the Commonwealth University College, Belize. These advanced legal qualifications and academic honors laid the foundation for his legal and political career.
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Career Before Politics
After completing his studies, Nwoko began his legal career in the UK. He had a stint at the Crown Prosecution Service and later qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales. He worked with Kumars Solicitors and Pascaldiers & Co Solicitors before founding Ned Nwoko & Co Solicitors in London.
He also served as Secretary General of the Nigerian Legal Practitioners (UK), and was a member of the Law Society of England & Wales. He was also a visiting adviser to the Citizens’ Advice Bureau in London. At the height of his practice, sources claim his firm was one of the largest Black law firms in England, and that in 1995 he was recognized as “the best black lawyer of African descent in England.” The transition into politics occurred after his return to Nigeria in December 1998.
Political Career
His Entry into Politics
Nwoko’s formal political journey began in 1999 when he was elected to the House of Representatives to represent the Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency of Delta State (1999–2003). He returned from London that same year and joined Nigeria’s democratic rebirth after years of military rule, bringing his legal expertise and youthful energy under the banner of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to help shape a new era of governance.
Ned Nwoko’s Major Political Roles
Over the years, Nwoko has aligned with the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). In the Senate, he currently represents the Delta North senatorial district, having won that seat in 2023. However, in January 2025, he publicly announced his resignation from the PDP, with plans to join the All Progressives Congress (APC). According to him, his resignation stemmed from deep divisions and factionalisation within the party, which has not allowed him to deliver on his promises to his constituents.
Nwoko was involved in national financial reform, particularly around the London & Paris Club loan refunds. He authored reports that pressured the federal government to stop monthly deductions from states’ allocations and begin refund payments to states. Through his firm, Ned Nwoko Solicitors and his company Linas International, he investigated discrepancies in loan repayments and pursued litigation on behalf of 774 local governments, securing a judgment of US$3.2 billion.
The federal government, by some accounts, has refunded billions to states and local governments in line with these efforts. He also served on the Vision 2010 Committee and was Chairman of its External Committee, while being actively involved with capital market activities. He is also Chairman of Project Tourism Africa.
His Achievements and Impact
Over the years, Senator Ned Nwoko has built a record of legislative and developmental achievements that reflect his focus on national growth and social progress. In the Senate, he has championed key bills and motions on education, healthcare, youth empowerment, infrastructure, economic revival, diaspora voting, anti-colonial reparations, and good governance.
Other notable achievements and initiatives include:
