Abuja, May 28, 2026 — Parents have been encouraged to pay closer attention to how their children use social media and access online content in order to protect their wellbeing and healthy development.
The advice was given by a trustee of the Kindest Care Foundation (KCF), Mr. Abiodun Bamidele, during the foundation’s Children’s Day visit to children receiving treatment for cancer in Abuja.
Bamidele stressed that monitoring children’s online activities should begin within the family, noting that unrestricted internet exposure could negatively influence young minds and behaviour.
According to him, parents must be intentional when allowing children to use smartphones, tablets, and other digital devices.
“Parents need to supervise their children properly whenever they hand over phones or tablets to them.
“We should ask ourselves why we are giving children these devices and whether we are paying attention to the kind of content they consume online,” he said.
While recognising the benefits of the internet, he maintained that parents have a responsibility to guide children on safe and appropriate online behaviour.
He added that introducing children to digital technology should be done carefully and with proper supervision.
“This is something that must be managed from the home because it cannot be controlled outside,” Bamidele stated.
He also described children as valuable assets to society, saying proper upbringing and healthcare are important investments for the future.
“If you invest in children today, they will become responsible adults tomorrow. Parents should focus on training them well and taking proper care of their health,” he added.
Bamidele warned that excessive or uncontrolled use of social media could expose children to harmful materials capable of affecting both their mental and physical wellbeing.
He further called on parents and guardians to become more informed about online safety and responsible digital parenting.
Kindest Care Foundation is known for supporting vulnerable children and communities through healthcare support, humanitarian programmes, welfare services, and empowerment initiatives.