Popular Nigerian musician Simi has called on parents to raise their daughters to be financially independent.
In a video shared on her TikTok handle, she pointed out that financial independence can transform lives and boost women’s self-confidence.
Simi urged parents to teach their children the value of independence and the importance of managing their own financial destinies.
“Please do not raise your daughters to think that when they grow up, all they have to do is rely on someone else. When someone is spoiling you, it shouldn’t be because you cannot spoil yourself. As they are spoiling you, you too are spoiling them, and let them know that you’re standing strong,” she said.
She highlighted that financial independence provides security and protection, stating, “There is security in knowing that you have got yourself. A woman’s economic power is in protecting herself, fending for herself, and being able to confidently acknowledge …