Nigerian comedian and actor, Bovi Ugbomma, recently opened up about his parenting approach, revealing that his son has a tendency to break the television when he's angry, despite his advocacy for gentle parenting.
Bovi shared this insight during an interview on the Honest Bunch Podcast, hosted by Nedu. In the conversation, he expressed his opposition to the physical discipline of children, emphasizing that he does not support parents who beat their kids. He highlighted his personal approach to parenting, noting that his son had gone through a phase where he would break things, including televisions, when he was upset. However, Bovi mentioned that over time, his son began to feel remorse for his actions, and this behavior eventually stopped.
The comedian reflected on how his son, Chuchu, used to throw things and break televisions whenever he was angry, but explained that he never resorted to physical punishment. Instead, Bovi allowed his son to express his emotions, believing that children should be given space to make mistakes and learn from them. According to Bovi, it was during this phase that his son began to realize the consequences of his actions and stopped breaking things. He humorously mentioned that his son had broken three televisions in total, but he could afford to replace them, which made the situation less stressful for him.
Bovi advised other parents to avoid the use of corporal punishment, encouraging them to "let children be" and allowing them to learn from their experiences. He believes that children should not be beaten for mistakes but should be guided with understanding and empathy to help them grow emotionally and mentally. Bovi’s parenting approach contrasts with more traditional methods, where physical discipline is often used to correct behavior.
Despite his advocacy for gentle parenting, Bovi’s comments have sparked some controversy among Nigerians. Many have criticized the actor for seemingly promoting violence or for raising a child who might lack control over his emotions. Some believe that breaking things in anger is a sign of emotional immaturity and that children should be taught better ways of handling their frustrations. The discussion has led to a divided opinion on the effectiveness of gentle parenting, with some praising Bovi's approach and others urging for a more balanced perspective in addressing children’s emotional growth.
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