{
  "id": 18148955,
  "title": "‘Gen Z no longer think for themselves’ - Ayra Starr’s mother blames social media",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/gen-z-no-longer-think-for-themselves-ayra-starrs-mother-blames-social",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T15:30:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/04/gen-z-no-longer-think-for-themselves-ayra-starrs-mother-blames-social-media/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nene Aderibigbe, the mother of Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, has expressed concerns over the impact of social media on Generation Z. She believes that many young people have become overly reliant on the opinions of others, rather than developing their own thoughts and perspectives. Aderibigbe worries about the younger generation's heavy dependence on their phones, which she feels has led to an inability to recognize their own talents and abilities.\n\nAddressing the issue, Aderibigbe stated that social media has \"turned a lot of things upside down\" for the younger generation, as they now rely more on others' opinions instead of forming their own. She also pointed out that many members of Gen Z possess exceptional gifts, but fail to acknowledge their talents due to the influence of social media.\n\nIn response to this issue, Aderibigbe suggested that young people should limit their phone usage to at least two to three hours per day, take time to reflect on their lives, and practice meditation. She advised them to \"take your time, drop your phone down for two, three hours, do mental note, put your head down, take a mental note or meditate.\"",
  "summary": "Nene Aderibigbe, mother of Nigerian singer Ayra Starr, has criticised the influence of social media on Gen Z, claiming that many young people now depend on other people’s opinions instead of thinking for themselves. Aderibigbe said she worries about the younger generation because of their heavy dependence on phones and their inability to recognise their […] ‘Gen Z no longer think for themselves’…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}