Senator Ned Nwoko has publicly debunked a viral video making rounds on social media that falsely claims he has taken a new wife.
In a statement released on Saturday, the lawmaker described the rumour as “entirely false, mischievous, and malicious,” clarifying that the young woman featured in the video had only visited with her team under the Peace Ambassadors Initiative, led by Ambassador Dr. Adejo Sule.
According to Nwoko, the visit was an official one, during which photographs were taken with members of the delegation — a common courtesy extended to all guests he receives. He expressed disappointment over the growing trend of social media users twisting innocent moments for clout and misinformation.
It is unfortunate what social media has become, a space where moments are easily twisted for clout and misinformation,” he said.
Nwoko emphasized that he has no personal or private connection with the lady in question, warning individuals and media platforms to desist from spreading the false narrative.
He further cautioned that any continued circulation of the fabricated story would attract legal consequences, citing the Cybercrime (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015, which penalizes the deliberate spread of falsehood and defamation online.
Any further propagation of this false narrative will attract appropriate legal action,” he warned.
The senator urged the public to disregard the rumour and verify information before sharing it on social media.
