Actor cum Politician, John Dumelo is wondering why men are not celebrated as much as women during Fathers’ Day.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Candidate for the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency in 2020 Parliamentary elections has ignited a discussion about the recognition of Father’s Day compared to Mother’s Day.
In a tweet,Mr. Dumelo pointed out the discrepancy in the way Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are celebrated.
He emphasized that multinational and local businesses organise Mothers’ Day events and giveaways for mothers, whereas fathers often receive little recognition or appreciation on Father’s Day.
“When it’s Mother’s Day, all the multinational/local companies and brands will organize events and do giveaways for mothers. But on Father’s Day, all WE get is……nothing. God Dey” Dumelo, who is a father of two tweeted.
Father’s Day, celebrated worldwide on the third Sunday of June, is a special day dedicated to honouring and appreciating fathers and father figures for their contributions to their families and society.
In some social media reactions, a user said, “Mr Dumelo, may I remind you that most of the local and MULTINATIONAL companies are owned and led by MEN.”
Another added, “Fathers dey suffer ooo. A father who earns 5k a month pays kids school fees of 2k bills and expenses of 1.5k gives alimony of 2k and sorts other members. In fact, spends over 7k yet has little love”
A third stated, “Which gender occupies the highest positions in those multinational/ local companies?? Men. Let’s blame ourselves.”
