Growing up, my father showed no interest in my well-being. With my mother jobless, I had to drop out of school in Primary 2 to help with household responsibilities. Years later, I met my father, who seemed financially stable, but he refused to support my education. Determined to improve my situation, I learned hairdressing at 15. However, life remained tough. A Nigerian man promised help but exploited me, leaving me pregnant and homeless. I moved in with him out of necessity. Since giving birth, life has been incredibly challenging. Despite graduating from hairdressing school, I lack the resources to start my own business. I humbly ask my father to help me establish a shop, enabling me to support myself. - 19year old girl pleads