Mr George O. Baidu

Help Me Honor My parents Legacy and Fight for Justice

"My name is Josephine O. Baidu, and I am reaching out with a heavy heart to share my story. I am the only biological child of my late parents, (but they fostered and raise my 2 brothers) who both worked tirelessly to provide me with the opportunities I have today. My father, a devoted quantity surveyor and philanthropist, was my greatest inspiration, and losing him has turned my world upside down."

My father was the rock of our family—a dedicated quantity surveyor, a philanthropist, and a loving parent who poured everything into ensuring his children had a bright future. He sponsored my education, encouraged me to excel, and celebrated my achievements with pride. He was even present at my graduation, a moment I will cherish forever.

My dad was deeply committed to Rotary International and believed in giving back to his community. Through donations and acts of service, he touched countless lives, always striving to make a difference wherever he could.

But just days after he returned to Ghana after my graduation, my dad passed away under heartbreaking and preventable circumstances. He wasn’t well when he arrived, and airport staff had to assist him with a wheelchair. My stepmother, whom he had been married to for less than three years, refused to take him to the hospital despite his condition. She kept him isolated, refusing visits or calls from family and friends who could have intervened.

When he finally insisted on medical attention, it was too late. He was taken to a small health center—not a proper hospital—and died early the next morning. I didn’t even get the chance to see him or say goodbye. His burial was rushed without my presence, leaving me devastated and struggling to cope with the loss.

As if the pain of losing my father wasn’t enough, my stepmother has launched a legal battle to take everything my father worked so hard to build. She has claimed my mother’s car, my father’s car, and other properties. She even demanded that my (foster)brother and his two young children—just 5 and 3 years old—leave the family home.

She is relentless. Furious that she wasn’t named a beneficiary of my father’s pension contributions (SSNIT), she has taken the matter to court. She even approached my dad’s workplace, demanding his share of a project just days after his death. Her actions have made it clear that she cares nothing about his memory or his family—only about his finances.

I am my parents’ only biological child, and they are both deceased now. Losing both of them has left me feeling vulnerable and overwhelmed, but I know I must fight to honour their legacy and protect what is rightfully ours.

In the midst of this, some of my dad’s friends, especially his close friend and his family, have been a great source of support. He and his daughter, Angela, a medical doctor, have been incredibly generous in their help. Despite being far away, they have provided both emotional and financial support. Angela, even from the USA, has gone out of her way to order meals for me through Uber Eats when my dad died. Their kindness has given me hope during some of my darkest days.

Additionally, my mum’s relatives have been of immense support to me during this time of grief. Their care and encouragement have kept me grounded and reminded me that I am not alone in this fight.

To survive, I took on two jobs while also trying to process my grief. Also, I didn’t have a place to call home and had to book and sleep in hostels, which worsen my financial situation and putting me into more debt.

I hold a Master’s in Global Public Health Nutrition from Westminster University and a Master’s in Nutrition and Metabolic Disorders. Despite my qualifications, I have been unsuccessful in securing a role in my field. If all goes well, I hope to start my nutrition consultancy soon, but the challenges I am facing have delayed these plans.

If only my dad had made a Will, I wouldn’t be facing these challenges and problems. It is heartbreaking to see his legacy caught up in legal battles and conflict.

Why Your Support Matters

Your donation will help me:

• Secure Justice: Pay for the legal fees for my parents’ legacy and protect my family’s rightful inheritance.

• Honor My Father: Fund a proper memorial to celebrate his life and the impact he had on those around him.

• Rebuild My Life: Cope with personal expenses during this overwhelming and financially draining time.

How Else You Can Help

If you’re unable to donate, you can still make a difference by supporting me through my work. I am a cleaner under Maiday Ltd, and your patronage would mean the world to me. By booking cleaning services with Maiday Ltd, you’ll help me cover my expenses and rebuild my life while I navigate these challenges.

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings me closer to preserving my father’s legacy and ensuring his memory is treated with the respect it deserves. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this campaign or supporting my work (Maiday) is a great way to help.

I am incredibly grateful for your kindness, generosity, and support during this difficult time. Thank you for helping me honour my father and fight for justice.