The same thing happen, well I just told my dad that I want to see the girl that I will want to know about my future wife and he was happy, so you don't need to fight your father over someone that you never loved, what you need to do is to prove to your father that the girl is worth living with or is not worth living with, try to meet the girl if you have not to know her character,attributes, and many other attitude.

It takes maturity and financial preparation to enjoy marriage.

Bro marriage expenses no be here o, so if your father is willing to foot the wedding ceremony I'd advise you let him go ahead. At least he'll be saving you a lot of expenses.
BTW you might even meet the babe and you guys might end up being compatible