Keep Authority Even When Children Pay the Bills — Biodun Stephen Urges Parents!
Keep Authority Even When Children Pay the Bills — Biodun Stephen Urges Parents!
Reported By Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
Nollywood filmmaker Biodun Stephen has advised Nigerian parents to maintain their authority and continue guiding their children, even if those children become financially responsible for the household.
Speaking via her Instagram stories, Stephen expressed concern over a rising trend where parents lose their voice once their children start footing family bills.
“Parents, don’t surrender your place because your child now pays the bills. You’re still the parent,” she wrote.
Key Points:
- She warned that reversing roles in families can lead to disrespect and instability.
- The director emphasized that financial responsibility doesn’t equate to maturity or moral authority.
- Her post has sparked mixed reactions online, with some praising the message and others citing economic realities.
Why It Matters:
- The statement touches on intergenerational power dynamics in modern Nigerian families.
- It highlights the emotional and social consequences of shifting financial roles.
- The conversation is timely as many young Nigerians increasingly support their families due to economic hardship.
Citations:
- Biodun Stephen – Instagram Story, Nov. 10, 2025
- Public Reactions – X (formerly Twitter), Nov. 2025
About The Author
Discover more from Sele Media Africa
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
Your point of view caught my eye and was very interesting. Thanks. I have a question for you. https://www.binance.com/register?ref=IHJUI7TF
Can you be more specific about the content of your article? After reading it, I still have some doubts. Hope you can help me.
Your point of view caught my eye and was very interesting. Thanks. I have a question for you.