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The Digest:

Nollywood actor Jim Iyke has sparked a major controversy with his assertion that single mothers cannot raise boys into "proper men." His statement, delivered on a Ghanaian radio show, has ignited a fiery debate about the Father's role in a child's upbringing.

Key Points:
  • Actor Jim Iyke said single mothers cannot raise "proper men."
  • He argued that a male figure is crucial for a boy's discipline.
  • He claimed that without a father, boys risk becoming "weak men."
  • His comments were made during an interview in Accra, Ghana.
  • Many social media users strongly disagreed with his statement.
  • Commenters cited their own experiences being raised successfully by single mothers.
  • The controversial statement ignited a debate on the role of fathers.
Iyke’s comments have drawn strong reactions, with many arguing that single mothers are more than capable. The public conversation highlights the ongoing societal debate on the necessity of the Father's Figure in modern family structures.

Sources: Okay 101.7 FM (Accra, Ghana), Jim Iyke (statement)