Not every superhero wears a cape — some wear worn-out slippers, carry the weight of responsibility on their backs, and still manage to put food on the table.
Father’s Day isn’t just another day to post old pictures or forward generic WhatsApp messages. It’s a day to truly honor the men who showed up, who stayed, who sacrificed, and sometimes went unnoticed while doing it.
Let’s be real — fatherhood in Nigeria isn’t always easy.
With rising bills, family expectations, societal pressure, and a culture that often teaches men to “man up” instead of speak up, many fathers are silently battling storms no one sees. Yet, they rise each day, not for applause, but because love gives them no other choice.
Think of men like Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) — successful, charming, and still proudly speaks of being a father as his greatest title. Or Alibaba, the legendary comedian, who often shares how becoming a dad gave his life deeper meaning beyond fame and success.
But even beyond the celebrities, let’s talk about the everyday Nigerian dads — the okada rider who saves for his children’s school fees, the civil servant who skips new clothes just to pay rent, the single father learning how to plait his daughter’s hair… these men are the real MVPs.
This Father’s Day, let’s go beyond the surface. Call your dad. Thank him. Celebrate the effort even if perfection was missing. And if your father wasn’t there, take a moment to honor the uncles, brothers, mentors, or neighbors who stepped in and showed you what love and support look like.
Because sometimes, “dad” isn’t just a role by birth — it’s a title earned by action.
Happy Father’s Day. Men should also be celebrated. The effort we put in is not always seen. But we are trying
Yes men should be celebrated ♥️