Nigerian comedian Bovi Ugboma has urged parents to rethink their parenting strategies, emphasizing that corporal punishment is ineffective in raising children in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Speaking on Nedu Wazobia’s Honest Brunch podcast, Bovi delved into the complexities of modern parenting, highlighting the gap between traditional methods and contemporary realities.
“Children today are growing up in a completely different world from what we knew,” Bovi stated. “You can’t expect to raise kids in the digital age using the same techniques our parents used in the analogue era. It just doesn’t work anymore.”
Bovi’s remarks reflect a growing concern among modern parents who grapple with balancing discipline and fostering understanding in an era dominated by smartphones, social media, and the internet.
The comedian drew attention to how some parents confine their children or rely on physical punishment in an attempt to maintain control.
“Locking your kids indoors or spanking them isn’t going to stop them from accessing the world,” he remarked.
“With just a smartphone in their hand, they can explore more than you ever could at their age. So, what’s the point of restricting them physically when their minds are already wandering?”
Instead of clinging to outdated methods, Bovi encouraged parents to adopt a more informed and empathetic approach.
“Parenting now is about building trust and guiding your children to make better decisions. When you lead with love and understanding, they’re more likely to come to you for advice rather than hiding things.”
