Rema has never been shy about speaking his mind, but his latest comment hits especially close to home. The artist, whose music has taken him from Benin City to global stages, said that in many Nigerian homes, discipline disappears the moment a child starts contributing financially. “Once you bring in money, you’re no longer questioned,” he said.
It’s a bold statement, but one that rings painfully true for many. In a country where families are under constant financial pressure, it’s not uncommon for young people—sometimes as teenagers—to become breadwinners. And when that happens, the usual parental authority often fades. Respect becomes transactional. Behavior is excused. Questions go unasked.
Rema isn’t judging parents. He’s pointing out a hard truth. When survival is on the line, values can get blurry. But that comes with real risks. It creates a culture where accountability is sidelined and where young people can make dangerous choices without consequence—just because they’re bringing money home.
His words are a call to reflect, not to shame. They remind us that real parenting doesn’t stop at financial relief. It requires guidance, even when the child pays the bills. Especially then.
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