United nations childrens fund (UNICEF), has commended the Government and citizens of Kano State, for the recent enactment of the Child Protection bill, signed into law by former Governor Umar Abdullahi Ganduje.
In a statement, signed by UNICEF communication specialist, Mr Samuel Kaalu, and made available to journalist in Kano state
According to the statement, the chief of UNICEF Kano field office, Mr Rahama Farah, described the Kano Child Protection bill, as a remarkable achievement, that benefits the children and Kano state at large.
Mr Farah stressed that, the law would have established a legal framework that would ensure the protection of children’s rights within the state. adding that, it is essential to allocate the necessary resources, and establish mechanisms for its effective implementation.
“We urge the new administration in Kano State to take this vital step and provide adequate resources to ensure the comprehensive enforcement of the law,” he said.
In a statement made available to Voice of Nigeria, the chief of UNICEF kano field office explained that with the enactment of the law, Kano State has joined other states that have successfully incorporated the Nigeria Child Rights Act, originally enacted by the National Assembly in 2003, into their legal frameworks.
Mr Rahma stressed that, it is important to note that the Act was derived from the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), of which Nigeria is a signatory, where extensive consultations were conducted with key stakeholders, including faith-based and community leaders, during the development of the bill.
“This collaborative effort ensured that the law reflects the values and aspirations of the people of Kano” added Mr. Rahma.
Olusola Akintonde
