Gender Ministry commends Police for Swift action, condems abuse of 12-year-old boy 

The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has commended the Ghana Police

Service for their swift intervention and the prompt arrest of individuals involved in the abuse of a 12-year-old boy in New Ankasa, Western Region

The Ministry has strongly condemned the inhumane and degrading treatment captured in a disturbing viral video circulating on social media.

 The footage shows a young boy with his hands tied with anylon rope, being subjected to severe physical assault by two adults. 

The Ministry noted that such barbaric and degrading acts of violence against children constitute gross violations of their rights and dignity. 

“They have no place in our society and are in direct contravention of the Children’s Act, 1998 (Act 560), which mandates the Government and all stakeholders to safeguard the survival, protection, and development of every child in Ghana:

The Ministry is relieved to learn that the victim has reccived medical attention and has been

reunited with his father,” they added.

The Ministry pledged  to follow up on the case and collaborate with law enforcement, social welfare agencies, and community stakeholders to ensure the child receives the necessary psychosocial support and protection.

In addition, the Ministry stressed that it  remained committed to advocating for the rights of all children and ensuring that perpetrators of child abuse are brought to justice.

 According to them, public awareness efforts will also be intensified through the Ghanaians Against Child Abuse (GACA) campaign to promote the protection and well-being of every child in Ghana.

We urge the public to be vigilant and report all cases of abuse, violence, or neglect against children

to the appropriatc authoritics. Every child descryes to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment, frcc from fcar and harm.

“The public is encouraged to report cases of child abuse and related concerns,” they added.