Stan Alieke urges men to delay fatherhood until financially ready in viral Father’s Day post.
Lawyer’s advice sparks debate on balancing emotional readiness with harsh economic realities.
Abuja-based legal expert, Stan Alieke, has offered a timely message to men on the importance of financial preparedness before stepping into fatherhood. Sharing his views via Instagram Stories on Father’s Day, the lawyer stressed that becoming a parent should be a well-considered decision, one grounded in emotional maturity and financial responsibility.
According to Alieke, the pressures of society or personal expectations should not compel men to have children before they are genuinely ready to care for them. He pointed out that fatherhood is not just about bringing a child into the world, but also about being fully equipped to provide for their well-being in all aspects.
“Don’t have kids until you’re financially capable of taking care of them,” Alieke cautioned. “The world is not fair to broke men, not to talk of broke fathers. Happy Father’s Day.”
His comments sparked conversation online, resonating with many who echoed his sentiments about the harsh realities faced by financially struggling parents. Others, however, debated whether financial readiness should be the sole determinant in deciding to start a family.
Still, Alieke’s message stands as a firm reminder of the weight and responsibility that comes with fatherhood. As families across the globe celebrated the contributions of fathers, his remarks added a reflective note to the occasion urging men to ensure they are fully prepared before embracing such a pivotal role.
