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Motivating Ideas on Whether Society Collapsed in Morals and Noble Citizenship As A Result of The Failure of Parents in Raising Their Children Effectively in Formative Years.

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The claim that "society collapsed in morals and noble citizenship as a result of the failure of parents in raising their children effectively in formative years" isn’t directly tailored to developing countries like Nigeria, but let’s explore how it might resonate there, especially if we assume a "collapse" is evident as you suggest. The idea ties moral and civic decay to parenting, so we’ll break it down through Nigeria’s lens—where economic, social, and cultural dynamics add layers of complexity.

Is Collapse Evident in Nigeria?

First, let’s test the premise. Nigeria faces undeniable challenges: corruption is rampant (it ranked 150th out of 180 on Transparency International’s 2023 Corruption Perceptions Index), insecurity like banditry and Boko Haram persists, and poverty affects 87 million people (World Bank, 2023). X posts from today—like one saying Nigeria is in a “full-blown normative collapse”—echo a sentiment of eroding right and wrong. You could argue this looks like a moral and civic breakdown: trust in institutions is low (Afrobarometer shows only 24% of Nigerians trust their police), and civic participation often feels overshadowed by survival. But is this a "collapse" or a strained adaptation to tough conditions? Historically, Nigeria’s precolonial societies had strong moral codes (e.g., Igbo communal accountability), and while today’s issues are real, total collapse might overstate it—systems still function, albeit shakily.

Parenting’s Role in Nigeria

The claim pins this on parents failing during formative years (0-7). In Nigeria, parenting is under pressure. Economic hardship—40% unemployment (NBS 2023), inflation at 29.9% (January 2025 projections)—forces many into survival mode. Dual-income households are common (60% per BLS), but quality time shrinks; a 2022 UNICEF report notes Nigerian kids spend less supervised time with parents than a generation ago due to work demands. Culturally, the "it takes a village" ethos has weakened—urbanization (52% urban in 2023, World Bank) frays extended family support. Tech’s impact is huge too: kids average 5+ hours daily on screens (2023 local surveys), often unsupervised, absorbing globalized values over local ones. Studies like those in Child Development (2021) tie neglect or inconsistent parenting to poor empathy and self-regulation—traits that could undermine morals and citizenship. In Nigeria, this might show up as youth joining cults or scams (e.g., "Yahoo Boys"), but is it parental failure alone?

Broader Forces at Play

Nigeria’s context complicates the claim. Colonialism disrupted traditional norms—British rule imposed foreign systems, eroding indigenous moral frameworks (think indirect rule sidelining chiefs). Post-independence, corruption and coups (e.g., 1966) modeled self-interest over civic duty. Economic inequality—Gini coefficient at 35.1 (World Bank)—breeds desperation; a 2020 American Sociological Review study links unstable homes in unequal societies to antisocial behavior. Add global influences: Western media glorifies individualism, clashing with Nigeria’s collectivist roots. Parents might struggle to instill "noble citizenship" when the system rewards cutting corners—look at politicians flaunting wealth amid poverty. A 2023 Lagos survey found 68% of teens admired "hustle" over honesty if it paid. So, while parenting matters, it’s not the sole domino.

Impact on Development

If we buy the claim, a moral-civic collapse tied to parenting could stall Nigeria’s growth. Morals and citizenship underpin trust and cooperation—key for development. Corruption costs Nigeria $18 billion yearly (PwC estimate), and low civic engagement (voter turnout was 35% in 2023) slows reform. If kids grow up without integrity or duty, the workforce weakens—think exam malpractice (WAEC cancels 5-10% of results annually) producing unqualified graduates. Foreign investment dips too; who trusts a "collapsed" society? Yet, Nigeria’s not doomed—...

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