A young Nigerian lady has reactions on social media after revealing that her father refused to help her with ₦5,000 during her IT defense at school, saying he was expecting money next week.
In a viral video shared by @The Benin Blogger on X (formerly Twitter), she explained that she messaged him asking for just enough to manage, but he told her to pray for him so that money people owed him could come through.
That seemed fair at first, until she later saw him sharing receipts of ₦50,000 for Saint Mary Catholic Church and ₦60,000 for Winners Chapel in the family group chat.
She expressed her frustration, saying:
“When you begin to hate your parents, people will say ‘he’s still your dad, you’re ungrateful.”
The young lady highlighted the unfairness of seeing her father spend money she couldn’t access while she struggled, sparking heated debates online about parental priorities and fairness.
One commentator wrote, “Naija parents will do church and big family events but ignore small family needs. I feel her.” Another added, “It’s not about money alone, it’s about respect and care. Children notice these things.”
Her story has gone viral, prompting discussions about parenting, financial priorities, and the fine line between respect and emotional neglect.
Many young Nigerians can relate to the struggle of being overlooked at home while money flows elsewhere.
Watch video below…
“I asked my dad to send me 5,000 naira, he said he didn’t have. When you begin to håte your dad, people will say you’re ungrateful.” – Lady says pic.twitter.com/OiriomdKNG
— The Benin Blogger (@TheBeninBlogger) December 8, 2025