From Abdullah Adamu Gusau
The Zamfara State Government has reiterated its commitment to rehabilitating adolescent offenders below the age of eighteen and reintegrating them as responsible members of society.
According to a press statement issued by the public relations officer of the state ministry of women affairs and social development, Sulaiman Aliyu Gusau,
this was disclosed by the Commissioner for the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr. Aisha M.Z. Anka, during an inspection visit to the ongoing renovation and construction work at the Gusau Remand Home.
Speaking during the inspection, Dr. Anka noted that the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal continued to demonstrate purposeful leadership through impactful initiatives aimed at improving the lives of the people of Zamfara State.
She stated that since assuming office, Governor Dauda Lawal had made significant progress in key sectors including education, healthcare services, agriculture, infrastructure, and youths empowerment programmes, beyond the expectations of many citizens.
The Commissioner highlighted that the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has recorded notable achievements under the present administration, particularly in providing increased support to orphanages and vulnerable groups. She emphasized that children whose parents are deceased or untraceable, as well as persons with special needs and other vulnerable individuals, were receiving improved care and support under the “Gamjin Zamfara” administration.
Dr. Anka, who was represented during the visit by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Barrister Suwaiba Ibrahim Barau, explained that the transformation of the Gusau Remand Home reflects the government’s strong commitment to assisting and guiding children and adolescents toward a better future.
She explained that the remand home was established to rehabilitate children under the age of eighteen who have committed offences whether mistakenly or deliberately with the goal of correcting negative behaviors and nurturing positive values.
The ongoing renovation includes the renovation of classrooms, accommodation facilities, a learning centre, construction of clinic and staff offices, all of which are expected to enhance the rehabilitation process.
Dr. Aisha MZ Anka also urged parents, particularly mothers, to closely monitor their children’s behavior and maintain open communication to guide them properly.
The Commissioner was accompanied during the inspection by Directors of the Ministry and other staff members.
