‘Poor Folks Shouldn’t Have Children’ – Actress Ms DSF

Nigerian actress and disc jockey Dorcas Shola Fapson, popularly known as Ms DSF, has sparked debate after saying financially struggling people should reconsider having children if they cannot adequately provide for them.

The actress shared her views during an appearance on the In My Opinion podcast, where she argued that bringing children into a household without the financial means to support them could create difficulties for both parents and their children.

“Poor people shouldn’t have kids. I don’t think it is fair to the children. It is not fair to the family. It is not fair to you,” she said.

Ms DSF Explains Her Position

During the discussion, Ms DSF referred to the experience of a cousin who has five children and, according to her account, has struggled financially since having the first child.

She said the situation had resulted in repeated requests for financial assistance, using the experience to explain why she believes prospective parents should carefully consider their financial circumstances before starting a family.

The actress added that she grew up in a financially modest household and did not want to knowingly place her own children in similar circumstances.

Her comments reflect her position that responsible parenthood involves considering whether parents can meet their children’s needs, rather than having children without a realistic plan for their upbringing.

Comments Renew Debate About Poverty and Parenthood

Ms DSF’s remarks have brought attention to a broader debate about the relationship between financial stability and raising children.

Those who agree with her position may see it as a call for responsible family planning, particularly given the costs of food, education, healthcare and other basic needs.

Others may argue that poverty should not automatically disqualify people from parenthood, pointing to economic inequality, limited access to family-planning services and the ability of families to raise children with support from their communities.

Her comments therefore raise questions about personal responsibility, financial readiness and the challenges facing families in difficult economic circumstances.