A Nigerian policewoman has sparked widespread discussion online after a viral video captured her expressing frustration over her mother’s reaction to her profession. The video, which surfaced on TikTok, shows the officer visibly upset as she recounts how her mother instructed her to wash plates before serving her food, despite her status as a law enforcement officer.
In the clip, the officer, still dressed in her uniform, approaches her mother and requests food, explaining that she is tired and hungry after a long day at work. Instead of complying, her mother calmly responds by saying, “You better go and wash all the plates in the kitchen.”
The policewoman, taken aback by the response, argues that she is not a maid and should not be treated as one. She expresses disappointment that her mother does not recognize the significance of her profession and still treats her as if she were a child. Her frustration is evident as she questions why African parents often downplay their children's achievements, regardless of the career path they choose.
The video quickly gained traction, drawing thousands of reactions from social media users. Many viewers took to the comment section to share their thoughts on the situation, with some finding humor in the exchange and others sympathizing with the officer's plight.
See some reactions below:
Juizbeat: “The woman go be teacher.”
Joeblaise Neri Egar: “No rank wey pass this one oo😂🤣🤣🤣🤣.”
King Oshin: “Ondo lady.”
@Bella_xo: “African parents will humble you, no matter the profession.”
@ChuksTheGreat: “She fit arrest her mama like this? Just wondering 😂.”
@Bola_Jay: “This is so relatable. African parents will always see you as their child first before anything else.”
@MrClassic: “She’s an officer outside, but at home, she’s still a daughter. That’s the reality 😂.”
The incident has reignited discussions about how African parents perceive their children’s professions, with many noting that parental authority often overrides societal status at home. Despite the policewoman’s frustration, several netizens found the exchange amusing, pointing out that no profession exempts one from home responsibilities.
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