The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Mrs. Nonye Soludo, has expressed joy over the improving health of 10-year-old Chiziterem, a boy who was allegedly abused by his guardians and is currently receiving treatment under the care of the state government.
Chiziterem came into public attention after a video circulating on social media showed him with severe burns and other injuries reportedly inflicted by his guardians in Awada, Obosi, located in Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
During a follow-up visit to the hospital, Mrs Soludo received updates from the medical team overseeing the boy’s treatment and was informed that his condition remains stable.
The visit marked her second time checking on the child since he was admitted for treatment.
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After assessing his condition, the First Lady expressed satisfaction with the progress recorded so far and praised the healthcare professionals for their commitment to his recovery.
In a statement released on Wednesday, she also called on members of the public to remain vigilant and report cases of child abuse and neglect, stressing the need to protect children and ensure their wellbeing.
She said, “I paid another visit to young Chiziterem today to monitor his recovery and offer his family encouragement.
I am delighted to see that he is making remarkable progress and is much stronger than when I last visited.
“His steady recovery is a testament to the dedication of the medical team and the outpouring of love, support and prayers from kind-hearted individuals.
As promised, I will continue to keep a close watch on his wellbeing to ensure he receives the care and support he needs until he is fully recovered and reunited with his family.
“Every child deserves to be safe, protected, and given the opportunity to thrive. Let’s continue to speak up against child abuse and neglect wherever we see it. Call 112 or 5111 to report any emergency in Anambra State.”