Ghanaian Woman Shares Heartbreak Over 24-Year Divorce Blaming Lack of Education

A middle-aged Ghanaian woman recently shared the emotional challenges of her 24-year-long divorce, attributing the breakup to her lack of formal education. During an interview on SOMPA FM, the woman revealed that her ex-husband, an immigration officer, ended their marriage, citing her lack of intelligence as a reason.

She expressed deep sorrow and frustration over the divorce, emphasizing the pain of being separated after over two decades of marriage and raising three children together. According to her, the divorce was finalized without any financial support or compensation from her ex-husband. “After 24 years of being together, he divorced me without giving me GH¢1,” she lamented during the interview.

Her story has resonated with many listeners, sparking conversations about the struggles faced by long-married women, especially those who may not have had the opportunity to pursue formal education. The woman's experience highlights the broader issues of financial insecurity and societal challenges often faced by women in similar circumstances.