In the vibrant city of Ibadan, a couple named Dakwu and Titi seemed to have it all.
Married for two years, their love for each other was palpable, but their dedication to their careers overshadowed their desire to start a family.
Despite numerous medical tests confirming their fertility issues, Titi was harboring a secret that would soon unravel their lives.
One fateful Saturday, Dakwu returned home to retrieve an important document he had forgotten.
As he searched for his car keys under the bed, he stumbled upon a small box that revealed a shocking truth: contraceptive pills scattered across the floor.
Anger surged through him as he realized Titi had been actively preventing pregnancy without his knowledge, shattering the trust they had built together.
When Titi entered the room, her apology fell on deaf ears.
Dakwu stormed out, grappling with feelings of betrayal and confusion.
Later that evening, a confrontation ensued, where Titi explained her reasoning—her ambition to become a general manager at work had taken precedence over starting a family.
For Dakwu, this revelation felt like a betrayal of their shared dreams, igniting a fierce argument that led to an ultimatum: career or marriage.
Through tears and heartfelt pleas, Titi ultimately agreed to stop taking the pills, hoping to mend their fractured relationship.
Months later, joy filled their home as Titi announced her pregnancy, and they welcomed a beautiful baby girl named Bisade.
However, as their daughter grew, so did the distance between her and her parents.
Their careers consumed them, leaving little room for emotional connection.
By the time Bisade reached nine years old, her academic performance had plummeted.
Concerned, the school principal called Dakwu and Titi in for a meeting, highlighting how their daughter’s late arrivals were affecting her grades.
Determined to help, they sought extra lessons for Bisade and enlisted Mr. Sheye, a tutor who would soon bring darkness into their lives.
As Mr. Sheye began his lessons, he took advantage of the couple’s absence, using his position to manipulate Bisade.
At first, she felt uncomfortable with his advances but struggled to voice her fears.
When she finally mustered the courage to confide in her parents, they dismissed her concerns, unknowingly allowing the abuse to continue.
With each visit from Mr. Sheye, Bisade’s fear deepened.
He threatened her into silence, and her world became a nightmare.
Her parents, oblivious to her suffering, remained caught up in their own lives, blind to the pain their daughter endured.
Bisade felt isolated, longing for someone to notice her distress.
The situation worsened, with Bisade experiencing troubling symptoms, including bedwetting.
When the principal called in Dakwu and Titi again, they were shocked to learn of their daughter’s struggles.
They mistakenly believed limiting her water intake would help, unaware that the true issue lay far deeper.
Eventually, a visit to the doctor revealed devastating news: several injuries indicated that Bisade had been sually abused.
The couple’s world crumbled as they faced the reality of their daughter’s trauma.
Overwhelmed with guilt and disbelief, they realized how they had failed her, allowing the monster, Mr. Sheye, to prey on their child.
As authorities investigated the case, Bisade underwent surgeries to heal from her trauma, while her parents fought to regain their parental rights.
Social services intervened, mandating parental classes for Dakwu and Titi, who were determined to prove they could be better parents.
They visited Bisade in the hospital, offering love and support during her recovery.
Months later, the police finally apprehended Mr. Sheye, who had evaded capture for too long.
The courtroom was packed as he faced justice, ultimately receiving a life sentence for his heinous crimes.
Meanwhile, Bisade continued her healing journey, with her parents by her side, committed to rebuilding their family.
Through therapy and dedication, Bisade began to thrive again.
Her parents learned valuable lessons about prioritizing her needs above their careers.
They embraced every moment with her, ensuring she felt loved and supported as she navigated her new reality.
Years later, Bisade emerged as a strong, accomplished young woman, becoming a prestigious lawyer.
Her journey from victim to advocate stood as a testament to resilience and the power of love and support.
The family’s story serves as a reminder to always listen to our children and to stand against the horrors of child abuse.
