Popular Nigerian comedian Arole has sparked a conversation about parenting priorities in today’s generation, comparing the spiritual dedication of older parents to what he describes as the frivolous lifestyle of many modern-day parents.
In a thought-provoking Instagram post that has since gone viral, the humour merchant didn’t mince words as he expressed deep concern about the kind of children the current generation of parents will raise.
From Midnight Prayers to Midnight Parties
Arole drew a sharp contrast between the parenting styles of yesteryears and today. He reminisced about how parents of the older generation were deeply committed to spiritual warfare on behalf of their children – anointing them with oil, engaging in fervent midnight prayers, and even taking them to prayer mountains for spiritual fortification.
According to the comedian, these dedicated spiritual efforts yielded tangible results in the lives of their children, producing responsible, God-fearing individuals who have become productive members of society.
However, Arole lamented that many parents today have traded these powerful spiritual practices for a lifestyle centered around nightclubs, endless gossip, and dragging people on social media platforms.
“Shisha Baby” Generation?
In his characteristic humorous yet hard-hitting style, Arole posed a crucial question: “What will be the product of their KIDS?”
He answered his own question with a phrase that has since become a talking point: “Shisha BABY!!!!” – suggesting that children raised without strong spiritual foundations and proper parental guidance might struggle with direction and purpose.
His full post read: “I fear for this generation, our parents put anointing oil on our heads, prayed for us at midnight, took us to the mountain, see the product of those labors. Some people in this generation are going from club to club, life full of gossip, dragging on social media, what will be the product of their KIDS? Shisha BABY!!!!”
A Wake-Up Call for Nigerian Parents
Arole’s message has resonated with many Nigerians who share similar concerns about shifting parenting priorities. While times have certainly changed, his post serves as a reminder that the spiritual and moral foundation laid in childhood often determines the trajectory of a person’s life.
The comedian’s observation highlights a growing tension in Nigerian society between traditional values – particularly the emphasis on prayer, spiritual discipline, and intentional parenting – and modern lifestyles that sometimes prioritize social activities and online validation.
As the post continues to generate reactions across social media, it has opened up important conversations about what truly matters in raising the next generation and whether we’re investing our time and energy in the right places as parents.
What do you think? Is Arole right to call out this generation of parents, or is he being too harsh? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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