The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has stepped up intervention efforts following the disturbing child abuse incident at North Legon in Accra, where a young boy was allegedly tied to a motorbike and dragged along a tarred road by his father.
The Ministry said the follow-up action was undertaken on the directive of the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, as part of its commitment to safeguarding the welfare, protection and safety of children across the country.
Officials from the Ministry visited the victim at the University of Ghana Medical Centre, where doctors confirmed that the boy is responding positively to treatment.
Medical personnel, however, indicated that the child remains in significant pain and is deeply traumatised by the incident.
The Ministry’s delegation also visited the Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit at Madina to engage officers investigating the case.
The team was granted access to the suspect ahead of his court appearance.
According to the Ministry, preliminary assessments suggest that the family may require further psychosocial and social welfare interventions to address the broader impact of the incident.
The Ministry pledged to continue collaborating with the Ghana Police Service, health authorities, social welfare officers and child protection partners to ensure the victim receives the necessary medical care, protection and psychosocial support.
It also strongly condemned all forms of violence and abuse against children and urged parents, guardians and caregivers to adopt positive and non-violent disciplinary methods, especially during moments of frustration.
The Ministry further commended the swift response of the police, health professionals and members of the public whose timely intervention helped rescue the boy and ensure he received medical attention.
Investigations into the matter are ongoing, while legal proceedings are expected to continue in court.
The Ministry reiterated its commitment to protecting the rights and best interests of children in line with Ghana’s laws and international child protection obligations.
By 1960news.com
