In a recent podcast, renowned Nigerian rapper Chibuzor Nelson Azubuike, better known by his stage name Phyno, strongly opposed the practice of relocating elderly parents to retirement homes or residential care facilities abroad. The award-winning artist expressed his deep-rooted cultural values and the importance of caring for aging parents within the family home.
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During the podcast, Phyno emphasized the stark contrast between African and Western approaches to elder care. He stated, “We don’t put our dads in retirement homes in Africa. I know where I come from, and I know how we treat our fathers.”
The rapper made it clear that even if he were living abroad, he would not consider placing his father in a retirement home. Instead, he would explore alternative options to ensure his father receives the necessary care and support at home.
Phyno further elaborated on the cultural differences, saying, “In Africa, we would rather pay people to look after him at home than put him in a facility with others. That’s not how it works, and it never will.”
His comments shed light on the traditional African values of filial piety and the importance of family members taking direct responsibility for the care of their elderly parents. In many African cultures, placing parents in retirement homes is viewed as a lack of respect and a failure to fulfill familial obligations.
Phyno’s stance on this issue resonates with many Africans who believe that the best way to honor and care for their aging parents is by keeping them within the family home, surrounded by loved ones. This approach not only ensures personalized care but also maintains the strong family bonds that are deeply rooted in African culture.
As an influential figure in the Nigerian music industry, Phyno’s words carry weight and may spark further discussions about the cultural expectations and practices surrounding elder care in Africa and the diaspora.
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