By Milcah Tanimu
In a viral video, a Nigerian mother scolds her daughter for failing to seize the opportunity to approach popular singer Rema when she saw him in Benin. The video, captioned “Your mum heard that you met Rema in Benin and did nothing,” captures the disappointment of the mother upon learning about her daughter’s reaction to encountering the celebrity.
In the video, the daughter shares a WhatsApp voice note from her mother, expressing her frustration. The mother reproaches her daughter for freezing upon seeing Rema, whom she had been searching for. She admonishes her daughter for not taking the chance to meet Rema, share a picture, and possibly catch his interest in becoming her girlfriend or wife.
The mother’s candid statement resonated on social media, sparking various reactions from users. Many expressed amusement at the mother’s concern over relationship matters, while others sympathized with the daughter’s missed opportunity. Some even joked about marrying Rema themselves if given the chance.
Overall, the video highlighted the humorous yet relatable dynamics of parent-child relationships and the excitement surrounding encounters with celebrities like Rema.