Dear GhanaWeb: My dad didn’t include me in his will despite the bond we shared

Dear GhanaWeb,

I am a 29‑year‑old man. My father passed away a few months ago, and per his instructions, his will was to be read six months after his burial.

It was read a month ago, and I received nothing. He distributed properties to all six of my siblings, their mothers, and even some other individuals, but left me with absolutely nothing.

Everyone believed I was his favourite. He always wanted me around, pushed me to do the right things, and expected me to be different from my siblings and step‑siblings. He was strict with me. He insisted I pursue my master’s degree even before I had used my first degree for anything, and he secured the job I currently have.

It’s a good job, but as his son, I had hoped to inherit something tangible from him. I feel I have nothing to remember him by except what he did for me while he was alive.

He didn’t buy the car I drive; he only paid half. I currently live in his house, but it isn’t in my name. He said it was for the entire family, and I only have a room there.

I was always there for my dad. I listened to his advice, followed his instructions, and pursued the education he wanted for me. My siblings didn’t do the same. I have a smart brother, but because he has a different mother, my dad claimed she was spoiling him and kept her at a distance.

Yet he still gave properties to those who refused to study. My older brother, who doesn’t even have a degree, received a car, a house, and money, even though he is likely to waste it all on women and drugs.

I could have managed things better. My father knew I had the potential to grow his wealth and do more with time. I genuinely believed he was grooming me to take over and care for everyone. Receiving nothing is the last thing I expected.

I am deeply hurt. I don’t know who to talk to or how to process this disappointment.

In my pain, I went to his grave and spat on it because I felt betrayed. I lived my life trying to impress him, obeying his commands, and running around like a servant.

I have grown to resent him. If he were alive, I would tell him how much he hurt me. I can’t believe I lived for him instead of living for myself.

I can’t stop thinking about why he did this. Should I accept my fate and move on, or should I fight for the properties? What do I do now?

FG/EB

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