A heartbreaking story has emerged from Nigeria, where a young man living with epilepsy has accused his father of throwing him out of the house and abandoning him because of his medical condition. The emotional account was shared in a video posted to TikTok, sparking widespread reactions online.
According to the man, he suffered an epileptic episode and was rushed to the hospital for emergency treatment. However, upon returning home after his recovery, he claimed that his father refused to let him back into the house, telling him that he was “old enough to fight his battles alone.”
Despite repeated efforts to seek reconciliation, including reporting the issue to the church his father attends and even involving the police, his father allegedly remained resolute in his decision. The man expressed his shock and despair at being rejected by the one person he expected support from during such a vulnerable time in his life.
In his own words, he said: “After leaving the hospital, I went back home. When I got home, my dad refused to let me enter. He said I’m claiming to know more than him, that I should go and fight my battle myself.”
“He said I’m old enough. I literally told him I’m battling a chronic condition and how do you expect me to fight all the battles myself? He was like, ‘That’s your business, go fight your battles yourself.’”
The young man’s story quickly went viral, touching the hearts of many online who were appalled by his father’s alleged actions and extended messages of comfort, support, and prayers in the comment section.
See some reactions below:
Glorivete —Atem: “I lived in a community where epilepsy was common. Gosh it’s not a good thing to witness, talk more of experiencing 🥹 I’m sorry darling, it is well with you.”
Hadassah Onome James: “I can’t hold back tears 😭 everything will be fine. May the good Lord heal you.”
Ojay: “I am so sorry you have to go through all this alone.”
Princess Adetutu: “You are not a burden. You are a blessing. You are not alone. You are surrounded by love. Even on the hard days, your presence matters more than you know.”
Deluxe Beads: “The worst thing that can happen to anyone living with a condition is experiencing rejection from your loved ones who should stay by you no matter what. Sorry you had to go through this. I hope you come out of this strong and able to cope alone. It’s gonna be a long road 🥺.”
Earnwithcoachchima: “SON……THE NAME OF THE LORD IS A STRONG TOWER…..TAKE YOUR BIBLE, LOOK OUT FOR ALL THE SCRIPTURES ON HEALING. STUDY, MEDITATE ON THEM,… PRAY TO GOD YOURSELF. FAST, PRAY YOU WILL BE HEALED. JOHN 8 V 32. DON’T BE DEPENDANT. BY JESUS’ STRIPES YOU ARE HEALED IN JESUS’ NAME ✌️✌️✌️.”
@Gloria 108: “This is really sad. Hope you get more help soon.”
prettyshirtby_presh: “Omo don’t worry you will get all the help you need 🙏❤️.”
Adajicomfort: “It is well. Please if you don’t mind, start listening to Pst. Ezeh on Fire Altar 7am every morning. God will settle your case and you’ll live to testify.”
ARAH_YOMI: “I grew up seeing my dad treat a lot of epilepsy patients that are healed now and living a normal life. So if you don’t mind, you can contact me so I can connect you to him and I’m sure by God’s grace all will be well.”
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@ehinowhenI left the hospital and went back to my dad’s house. He denied me entry. I was stranded, helpless, and homeless. My friend calmed me down. Rented a hotel. Told me to rest first, we’d figure things out. When I felt better, I took the matter to his church. No success. To the police — and they begged me to go back to the same church that chained me. Told me “my dad means well”… and that I should wait for a miracle. #epilepsyawareness#chronicillness #FamilyRejection #DisabilityRights @aprokodoctor @VDM @Don Jazzy @asherkine @Instablog9ja
♬ original sound – Owhen