Dr Ofweneke is appealing to Pastor Kanyari and Tash to have their daughter Sky withdrawn from the limelight, asking them to keep her offline as she struggles under the weight of losing her mum, Betty Bayo.
Speaking from the concern of one who has witnessed the spiraling of similar situations under the harsh glare of the internet, he cautioned that social media offers little room for a young girl trying to grieve and understand her pain.
According to Ofweneke, Sky needs time and space to breathe, to feel, and to rebuild herself without the noise of public opinion.
He noted that the constant stream of comments, assumptions, and unsolicited advice can easily overwhelm a child who is already struggling to adjust to life without her mother.
Taking away her phone, he said, is not punishment but a way of protecting her from the emotional turbulence that comes with being online during such a fragile moment in her life.
He called on the two fathers to be united for her sake and urged that separated families tend to experience more stress in situations of tragedy.
Ofweneke is of the view that Sky’s healing should happen behind closed doors, guided by the two men who understand her loss most deeply.
He emphasized candor and subtle guidance as necessary, pointing out that children always hide their pain, especially when they see adults around them in pain as well.
Ofweneke added that grief does not follow a straight path. Some days may seem calm, while others may bring unexpected waves of emotion.
He encourages Kanyari and Tash to help Sky create a routine that feels safe and predictable, away from cameras and curious followers.
His message was a plea for compassion and patience, a reminder that healing – particularly for a child – grows quietly when the world is not watching.
