Young Ghanaian Man Shares His Touching Fatherhood Journey: "I Chose My Child Over School"

• A young Ghanaian man has inspired many netizens after sharing a touching story of how he became a father
• He noted that he was faced with the tough decision of choosing between his education and his child after he got a lady pregnant
• Netizens were overwhelmed with emotions and praised the young man for making a good decision
• Speaking exclusively to YEN.com.gh, a relationship coach addressed the young man's comment, explaining the positive and negative sides

A young Ghanaian man has touched many hearts on social media after sharing his journey to fatherhood.

In a video, he recounted how he was faced with the tough decision of choosing between his education and his unborn child.

He noted that he got a lady pregnant when he was still in senior high school and was asked by his father to choose between the child and his education.

With his education on the line and a child depending on him, he found himself at a crossroads, filled with uncertainty.

However, he took the bold step and chose his unborn child over his education. He noted that that decision completely changed his life.

He quit school and went to learn a trade. Months later, the lady gave birth to a bouncy baby boy who has now grown into a handsome boy.

The young man who did not mention his name in his video noted that the child has been a blessing to him. He noted that he did not marry his mother, however, he hasn't regretted quitting school to become a father.

He noted that he has not regretted his decision because he earns money to take care of the young boy each day.

He, therefore, advised young men to be prudent and not ask for the termination of pregnancies when their lovers get pregnant for them prematurely or even at the wrong time.

Watch the video of the young man speaking about his journey to fatherhood below:

Don't have kid when not ready

In an exclusive interview with YEN.com.gh, a relationship coach, Counsellor Seyram Avortri, gave insights into the young man's comment.

"I commend the young man for making that bold decision of choosing the child. However, I would advise young people to exercise caution when it comes to matters like this. Being in relationships doesn't mean you should end up with unwanted pregnancies."

"You should be able to abstain from sex, but if that's impossible, the worst you can do is use protection. You shouldn't have a child when you're not ready or be burdened for the rest of your life."

Netizens react to young man's advise

Netizens who saw the video of the young man speaking about his journey to fatherhood expressed mixed reactions in the comments section. While some hailed him, others criticised him heavily in the comments section.

@Theprettyinn wrote:

"Why didn’t u stay with the girl, please? Because it seems most men who accept the child also don't to settle with the lady. I want to know why"

@H.I.M wrote:

"Buh still this story can never change my mind , ago comot the baby."

@Oliver1418 wrote:

"It's true a man who truly takes care of his child never really lacks."

@Adwoa Nakie Papa wrote:

"Some parents are not serious. Why should you let your child drop out because of pregnancy."

@Nanasei Jnr wrote:

"Thanks for your advice but I will not take."

Asantewaa flaunts heavily pregnant belly

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that famous Ghanaian TikToker Asantewaa got many people wondering whether she was carrying her second child or whether it was an old video of when she carried her first.

In the video, she tried on different clothes she ordered from Shein, and she spoke about her beauty school called Glam Room.

Many people loved her outfit choices, while others talked about her looking beautiful in her baby bump.

Source: YEN.com.gh