Nigerian actress, singer and reality TV personality, Bisola Aiyeola, has defended her choice to forbid her teenage daughter, Leyla from using mobile phones.

Bisola stated that she has refused to allow Leyla, who turned 15 on June 12, 2024, to use a phone since she began school, and that this will continue until the girl reaches the age of 16.

The former Big Brother Naija participant made the disclosure on a recent episode of “Mums Next Door” alongside reality star Maria Chike Benjamin, where she also addressed criticism about her parenting approach.

Despite social media criticism, the mother of one stated that she stands by her decision and that her child can access a laptop for education and interact with pals using Zoom.

Bisola also recounted discovering that Leyla had opened a smart chat account on her laptop, which resulted in an extension of the phone ban for another year.