In a surprising turn of events, a young Ghanaian man named Otu has reportedly taken legal action against his ex-girlfriend, Mercy Agyei. Otu claims that despite sponsoring her university education and making substantial financial investments, Mercy refused to marry him.
The narrative began six years ago in Kumasi, Ghana, where Otu proposed to Mercy and assumed the responsibility of funding her higher education. Beyond tuition, he started a business for her mother and fulfilled various financial commitments throughout their relationship. Following advice from Mercy’s mother, Otu relocated her to Tema, continuing financial support for her education at Accra Technical University (ATU) and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).
Otu's assistance extended beyond education, encompassing support for Mercy's younger brother and accommodation for her mother. The situation took an unexpected turn when Mercy, securing a job at a bank in Ghana, decided to end their relationship.
Feeling betrayed by the significant investments he made, Otu has brought the matter to the Kumasi Circuit Court, seeking GH¢350,000 (approximately N26 million) in damages. The lawsuit contends that Otu’s financial contributions were made with the expectation of marriage.
Legal proceedings are pending, and court sessions are scheduled for February 20, providing both parties an opportunity to present their cases.
Netizens Reactions…
@EgyaAmakye expressed amusement: “Naaaaaa Man! Your stories today dey knock me out. Lmaaaaaoooo”.
@ralph_dodo10448 asserted: “He’s done well. If men will be strong to fight this, women scammers will stop. This is a crime as far as our laws are churned.”
@EnnisHugson commented: “I dont want to hear any complaint, if side chick can sue then mr otu can also sue.”
@Your_Blackness questioned: “Interesting story. There should be a lot more involved, including promises, else I don’t see marriage as a reward for supporting a lady’s education.”
@Love906 remarked: “See tears. Lol.”
@lowkey15294477 pondered: “The ladies Dey fun fool we too much this one di33 he for take a go court or pay back his money Sekof wey nkwasiabuo this?”
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A wealthy man named Otu takes Mercy Agyei, an ABSA Bank employee, to court for refusing to marry him after supporting her education for six years.
— Ghana Crimes (@GhanaCrimes) January 19, 2024
