Ghanaian Teacher Cries Out As He Uses GH¢15,000 Meant For Father's Hospital Bills To Stake Bet

• A video of a young man talking about his addiction to betting has gone viral on social media
• The man said his betting habit has negatively impacted his finances and his relationship with his family members
• Many people who took to the comments section of the video have shared varied opinions on the concerns of the young man

A confession by a Ghanaian teacher on his desire to put an end to betting has generated talking points online.

In a video sighted by YEN.com.gh on the YouTube page of Zioneflix TV, Joshua, who was speaking in an interview, said he was introduced to betting in 2019 by a friend who was already into the act and making a profit from it.

"I told myself that I ff my friend is using my phone to stake bet, why can't I do it?".

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With this, Joshua said his interest in betting increased, turning him into a bettor.

Although he could not discuss how betting has benefitted him, Joshua did not hesitate to explain how it has negatively affected his finances and marred his relationship with his relatives.

"I used GH¢7000 of my uncle's money to stake bet, now he is not on talking terms with me. Recently I also squandered GH¢15000 meant for my father's hospital on betting. Even though he was not happy he is begging me to stop betting."

Joshua, who looked emotional at one point, admitted he now desires to stop betting but has difficulty letting go of it.

"Sometimes, having a phone around does not help my course. I have sold my phone on a few occasions, thinking I would stop, but I did not help."

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At the time of writing the report, the video had raked in over 1000 likes and 300 comments.

Watch the video below:

Ghanaians chide the bettor

Social media users who commented on the video expressed unhappiness with the man over his betting habits.

Paa Kwesi Writes commented:

"The Youth and ypung pepple must learn! This betting addiction is creating problems and emotional stress. Mental Healtj Alert."

Archimedes Prince Richboy indicated:

"This guy will lose a lot of clients after this interview. Teacher paa. Lol."

Monarch Darkwa Young commented:

"It's geediness that would make you not content with what you win."

Ghanaian painter wins GH¢6 million bet

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that a young man, Fuseini, won a whopping GH₵6 million through the popular aviator bet.

The young man was presented with his GH₵6 million cheque at a short ceremony on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

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According to the MC for the event, the young man only staked GH₵40 to win the huge amount.

Proofread by Berlinda Entsie, journalist and copy editor at YEN.com.gh

Source: YEN.com.gh