No consequence should be transferred.

This topic brings to mind certain memories that have lingered with me. My brother often thinks that events like these only happen in movies, but he forgets that films are based on real-life experiences. These situations go beyond what we see in Nollywood films.

I have seen and heard stories about how parents' names can open doors for their children, but in some cases, they can also block opportunities, leading to neglect and invisibility.

Allow me to share a brief story: I have an aunt who has been job-hunting for as long as I can remember. After many unsuccessful attempts to secure a position, she was finally offered an interview. When she entered the interview room and was asked for her name, the male interviewer stood up and asked, "Where are you from?" After she answered, he mentioned her father's nickname, to which she replied affirmatively.

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That was how she received the job offer without any further interviews—so smoothly. What I want to convey is that sometimes our parents' names can open certain "doors of favor" for us. However, these doors can lead to more than just opportunities; they can also result in rejection.

In my part of the world, this is often referred to as "connections." To secure something important, you typically need to know someone with ties to a person in a high position.

Let me share another story: Have you ever lived in an environment where two parents have issues that affect their children? Yes, this happens. Even if the child is not present when the issue arises, as soon as they arrive, the other parent may bring the issue to the child’s attention, effectively excluding them from affection.

These are daily experiences for many people. Returning to the original topic, some children suffer consequences for their parents' actions, which I believe is unjust. How can a child be held accountable for something they knew nothing about, especially when they were born after the crime was committed? Unfortunately, this cycle continues, and when these children have their offspring, they may also face similar consequences.

No child should bear the brunt of their parent's actions. Even scripture states that "no son should be punished for his father's crimes." It is unfair for a child to suffer for what their parents have done; the parents should face the consequences of their actions. As people in my culture often say, "Every mallam with his kettle," meaning everyone should deal with their issues.

Some cultures even extend this punishment to the grandchildren, which is shocking. It feels like a burden that follows them wherever they go, like an inherited birthmark. I hope none of us have to bear such a legacy from our parents or grandparents.

In conclusion, I firmly believe that no one should be punished for their parent's crimes. The parents who committed the crime should face the consequences, and this should not extend to the children or grandchildren who know nothing about it.

Thank you for reading 🧡

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