By GhanaNewsPage 
A young man was seen in a viral video called “Lomo Lomo” caressing his mother inappropriately during a lighthearted chat (Mother and Son). The video has garnered a lot of attention and criticism on social media. The young man’s behavior in the video was criticized by many netizens as rude, since it swiftly gathered traction after being posted on platforms such as Instagram and TikTok.
The mother and son are shown in the brief video having what appears to be carefree fun in the beginning. But then things rapidly take a wrong turn as the young man, who was just kidding about, leans out and rubs his mother’s behind, shocking the audience with the inappropriate action. Reacting with a mixture of astonishment and hilarity, the mother, who appears taken aback, does not fully chastise her kid.
The video started a contentious online discussion as it went viral. Some viewers criticized the young man’s actions, saying they demonstrated a lack of respect in family ties. One social media user said, “There are boundaries, no matter how close you are to your mother.” “This is just wrong on so many levels,” remarked another. What happened to treating your parents with respect?
Others, on the other hand, played down the incident as lighthearted and not meant to be taken seriously, viewing the video as nothing more than a harmless joke between a son and his mother. A few users stood up for the young man, arguing that his behavior may be explained by generational or cultural differences rather than his intention to cause harm.
Discussions over how social media affects behavior and how far young people will go to get attention online have been rekindled by this episode. A lot of people are worried about the extent to which certain people will go in order to get “likes” and “views,” frequently acting in ways that are improper and may even be harmful.
Parenting authorities offered their opinions on the subject and cautioned against this kind of behavior, particularly when it is shared publicly on social media. Many cultures have a strong emphasis on reverence for elders, especially African tribes, where respect for parents is essential. These behaviors should be avoided since they can set a bad example, even though the mother in the video didn’t appear to take offense.
The “Lomo Lomo” video has also drawn attention to the more general problem of family boundaries and the significance of knowing appropriate behavior, particularly when it’s shared on social media. Even if the son might not have meant to hurt anyone, his actions have undoubtedly brought up significant issues regarding the boundaries of appropriate family fun.
Following the video’s viral success, conversations on it have persisted on social media, with many people advocating for greater tact and care when producing and disseminating footage including family members. Others have argued that parents ought to be the ones to establish limits and instill in their kids the value of treating others with respect, even while they’re having a good time.
The young man at the center of the controversy has not publicly responded to the criticism as the debate rages on, and it is unclear if he will issue an apology or provide clarification regarding the video’s context. For the time being, the “Lomo Lomo” episode serves as a reminder of the possible repercussions of careless behavior in the social media age, where deeds can suddenly go viral and come under intense scrutiny from all online sources.
