My dad is a demon; he’s the reason I've trust issues — Former Miss Malaika contestant

Gisela Amponsah

Former Miss Malaika contestant and Ghanaian influencer, Gisela Amponsah, has shared a personal account of her troubled relationship with her father, describing him as a "demon".

She further accused her father of her trust issues due to his neglect.

In a conversation on the Rants, Bants, and Confession podcast, Gisela expressed her disdain for her father, revealing that she has never had a favourable relationship with him.

"I don't even want to talk about that man because I don't want to give him the clout. I have never rated him.

“I'm very disrespectful towards my dad, and I am not even going to shy away from it. I respect and love my mom so much, but for my dad, I don't even think he exists.

“I don't like talking about him because he is a demon. When I say men are trash, it starts from him," she said bluntly.

Gisela also disclosed that her father’s indifference has profoundly affected her self-worth and ability to trust others.

"I feel like all my trust issues and not knowing my worth at some point in life all come from that man. How can I have a father, an actual dad, and I try to talk to him and he tells me not to talk to him?

“I remember when I had admission to the University of Ghana, Legon, I called to inform him, and he asked me why I was giving him such information. My dad hates me; he despises me. He doesn't even know my age or even the things I go through,” she revealed.

Gisela recounted how her father had consistently favored her brother, leaving her feeling abandoned and unloved.

Despite being his eldest child, Gisela said she felt neglected at a young age, with her father prioritizing her step-siblings over her.

"The last time I saw him was when I was in SHS. He comes to Ghana all the time, but he doesn't look for me. He has his priorities; I have mine too," she concluded, reflecting on the strained relationship.