A Nigerian lady has sparked widespread discussion online after sharing a video of her remarkably active father, who is said to be over 120 years old. The clip, which has gone viral, shows her elderly father and highlights her concern over his refusal to retire from strenuous activities like farming.
Daughter's Plea for Her Father to Rest
In the video posted on her TikTok account @adufe329, the lady expressed her worry about her father's relentless work ethic. She pleaded with those around him to convince him to stop going to the farm, citing his advanced age. She stated that her father is "not below 100 or 120 years" old and should be resting instead of engaging in demanding physical labor.
The daughter listed the various tasks the elderly man still performs independently, including cooking for himself and grinding his own peppers. Her primary appeal was for him to abandon farming, which she views as too stressful for someone his age.
Wealth and Cocoa Stores Revealed
Beyond his daily activities, the lady made a surprising revelation about her father's assets. She claimed that if one were to search their home, they would find a significant amount of money and stored agricultural produce. "The way he is, if you check the house, you'll find at least 5 million with my father. All the cocoa, he's not selling them, he stored them inside," she said in the video.
This disclosure added another layer to the story, painting a picture of a financially secure yet intensely hardworking patriarch who continues his lifelong habits despite his family's wishes.
Mixed Reactions from Social Media Users
The video quickly attracted numerous comments, with many Nigerians offering advice based on cultural wisdom and personal experience. A significant number of commenters warned against forcing the old man to stop his activities.
User Al-Mahroof Muhammad advised: "Don't forcefully stop him, experience has shown that those who forcefully stop their parents from active lifestyles lose them." This sentiment was echoed by many others who believe that staying active contributes to his longevity.
Another user, Emerald_hairstylist, shared a personal story: "My grandma was 140 and was still going to farm till her strength failed her... Leave, let him do what he finds happiness in." Others, like Naira_P, simply stated, "if baba stop going to farm, sickness go start oo," suggesting that the physical activity is key to his health.
However, some comments took a more humorous or practical turn. User Jimson welbeck suggested buying him a smartphone and teaching him to play virtual games, while others expressed a desire to come and stay with the resilient old man.
The viral video serves as a poignant glimpse into intergenerational dynamics, cultural attitudes towards aging, and the value placed on hard work and independence in Nigerian society. The story of the nonagenarian (or possibly centenarian) farmer continues to resonate with many who see in him a symbol of resilience and tradition.
