Nigerian actress and disc jockey Dorcas Shola Fapson, popularly known as Ms DSF, has stirred debate after declaring that people who cannot afford to raise children should reconsider becoming parents.
The entertainer shared her views during a recent episode of the In My Opinion podcast, where she discussed the financial responsibilities that come with raising a family.
Ms DSF argued that bringing children into the world without the means to provide for their basic needs could place a burden on both parents and their children.
Actress Cites Family Experience
Explaining her position, Ms DSF referred to a cousin who, she said, has five children and has struggled financially since the birth of her first child.
She complained that the relative regularly seeks financial assistance from family members to pay school fees and cover feeding expenses.
“Poor people shouldn’t have kids. I don’t think it is fair to the children. It is not fair to the family. It is not fair to you,” she said.
The actress questioned why people would continue having children when they were unable to meet the financial demands of raising them.
Ms DSF Reflects on Her Own Upbringing
The entertainer also disclosed that she grew up in a humble home, explaining that her childhood experiences influenced her decision not to raise her own children under similar financial circumstances.
She urged people planning to start families to consider their financial capacity and the long-term costs of providing food, education and other necessities.
According to her, prospective parents should think carefully about the number of children they can comfortably support rather than allowing social expectations to determine their family size.
Comments Renew Debate About Poverty and Parenting
Her remarks have reignited conversations about poverty, family planning and the financial responsibilities of parenthood in Nigeria.
While some may interpret her position as a call for responsible family planning, others may argue that poverty alone does not determine someone’s ability to be a loving and capable parent. Economic hardship can also be influenced by unemployment, rising living costs and limited access to essential services.
The discussion raises a broader question about how prospective parents can balance their desire to have children with the resources needed to raise them.
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