The Anambra State government has sealed an orphanage in Nwelle Ezunaka, Oyi Local Government Area, due to poor service delivery and unhygienic conditions. The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Children Welfare, Esther Onyekesi, announced this on Saturday during an inspection of the facility. The Arrow of God Children’s Home, owned by retired Lt.-Col. Deborah Ogoo, was found to be operating below prescribed standards.
The inspection aimed to assess the operational standards and welfare conditions of children at the facility. Mrs. Onyekesi expressed concerns about the unhygienic environment and its potential impact on the children’s welfare. The facility was subsequently sealed for failing to meet regulatory requirements. The commissioner emphasized the state government’s commitment to protecting children and ensuring that residential care facilities provide safe and conducive environments.
Eight children were rescued from the facility during the inspection. Mrs. Onyekesi reaffirmed the state government’s dedication to safeguarding children and ensuring that their rights are protected. She stressed that no children’s home would be allowed to compromise the safety, dignity, and well-being of children under its care.
The Anambra State government’s action is part of its efforts to regulate and monitor the activities of children’s homes and orphanages in the state. The government has been working to ensure that these facilities provide adequate care and support to vulnerable children. The sealing of the Arrow of God Children’s Home is a demonstration of the government’s commitment to this cause.
The owner of the facility, retired Lt.-Col. Deborah Ogoo, was not available for comment. However, the government’s decision to seal the facility is expected to send a strong message to other operators of children’s homes and orphanages in the state. The government has urged stakeholders to report any cases of child abuse or neglect.
The Anambra State government has been working to strengthen its child protection systems and provide support to vulnerable children. The government has established a number of initiatives aimed at promoting the welfare and well-being of children. The sealing of the Arrow of God Children’s Home is part of these efforts.
The government has promised to continue to monitor and regulate the activities of children’s homes and orphanages in the state. The commissioner emphasized that the government would not tolerate any form of child abuse or neglect. The rescued children are expected to receive support and care from the government.
Key points
- The Anambra State government sealed the Arrow of God Children’s Home due to poor service delivery and unhygienic conditions.
- Eight children were rescued from the facility during the inspection.
- The government has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting children and ensuring that residential care facilities provide safe and conducive environments.
