Veteran Nollywood actor Richard Mofe Damijo, widely known as RMD, has stirred conversations with a powerful statement about the value of daughters in comparison to sons. According to RMD, having a daughter is far more valuable than having three sons—a sentiment that challenges traditional preferences in many African cultures, where male children are often favored over females.
In a recent interview, RMD shared a deeply personal experience to support his view, reflecting on the role his sisters played during a difficult time in their family. “When my father was ill, my sister left her job to stay with him. My other sister left her business to work shifts with her. None of us boys left our business or work,” he revealed, highlighting how his sisters’ commitment to their father’s care surpassed that of his brothers.
The actor pointed out that many men who express disappointment over having only daughters fail to recognize the profound blessing they have. “Yet you foolishly complain that you have only girls? You have hit a jackpot,” he said, emphasizing that such complaints are misguided. For RMD, the love and devotion daughters show their parents far outweigh any challenges that might come with raising them.
RMD further elaborated on why he believes daughters are superior to sons. He explained that daughters tend to be less prone to mischief and are often more compliant. “Each of your daughters is worth 3 sons! Having a daughter prolongs your life,” he stated. He also noted that daughters have a unique way of keeping their parents in their hearts even as they grow older. “When she leaves your house, she will remember you,” he said. “If you are too old to live alone, she will move you into her home, matrimonial or not.”
Drawing from his own experience, RMD explained how the bond between parents and daughters can lead to long-term care and comfort. He believes that daughters, unlike sons, are more likely to take on the responsibility of caring for aging parents, no matter their marital status. “She will not get into as much trouble as your sons. She is less likely to be disobedient,” he noted, suggesting that daughters are naturally more attentive to the needs of their parents.
