Members of the Association of Orphanages and Home Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), Kwara State Chapter, have said that they operate only recognised, registered, and approved homes.
Speaking with Tribune Online on the reports of the detection of one illegal orphanage home in the state, chairman and secretary of the organisation, Dr (Mrs.) Omolehin Christie and Dr. Suib AbdulGaniy, said that the illegal orphanage, recently detected by government officials, where 30 children were rescued, is not a registered member of our association.
The group, which said that registered members adhere to guidelines and regulations of the Kwara State Ministry of Social Development, added that the illegal orphanage is not known to the association.
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“So, the illegal orphanage, recently detected by government officials, where 30 children were rescued, is not a registered member of our association and is not known to us.
“We, therefore, totally dissociate ourselves from the operations of such illegal home(s) and condemn any act that endangers the welfare and safety of children”.
The group commended the state commissioner for Social Development and her staff for their prompt action and commitment to child protection in the state.
“We remain committed to working with the Ministry to ensure all children in Kwara State are safe and well cared for”.
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