Parents are often proud of their children’s financial successes, but it’s essential to ask the right questions to truly understand where that wealth comes from. This was the advice given by Ayodeji, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Ilorin.
It is undeniable that the prosperity of children is a source of pride for parents. However, Ayodeji emphasizes the importance of not just celebrating material achievements, but of fully playing one’s role as a guide.
It is the duty of parents to adopt a vigilant attitude and ask crucial questions when their children come home with luxury cars or undertake the construction of imposing buildings. What is the origin of this sudden wealth? Explaining to them the need for transparency is essential.
Ayodeji warns of the grim reality of young men and women engaged in illicit activities to get rich quick. These individuals, sometimes perceived as social successes, may in reality be involved in reprehensible acts such as ritual murder, theft, internet fraud, drug trafficking, and other immoral practices.
It is therefore essential for parents not to be blinded by appearances and to remain vigilant about their children’s sources of wealth. Asking relevant questions, expressing concerns and, where appropriate, reporting suspicious behavior to the relevant authorities can help protect young people from the dangers of pursuing wealth at all costs.
In conclusion, parental vigilance and their ability to act as moral guides and protectors are crucial elements in the prevention of deviant and dangerous behavior among young people. Beyond the celebration of material successes, the importance of integrity and ethics must be at the heart of families’ educational concerns.