Kano ministry rescues 19-month-old boy from alleged abuse

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: May 14, 2026Country: Nigeria

Society & Lifestyle

Kano ministry rescues 19-month-old boy from alleged abuse

The Kano State Ministry of Women Affairs, Children and Persons with Special Needs rescued a 19-month-old boy, Musa, from an alleged abusive and neglectful foster mother. The intervention followed reports of abuse. Authorities have taken steps to ensure the child's safety and investigate the foster mother's situation.

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