Urgent action needed to support street children

 Dear Editor,

I am writing to bring at­tention to an urgent need for action to assist street children.

The increasing number of children roaming the streets is alarming. They resort to begging for food to sur­vive, putting themselves in dangerous situations on our roads.

These vulnerable chil­dren, aged between four and 14, turn the streets and pavements into play­grounds.

They face risks from vehi­cles and sometimes resort to desperate measures like chasing cars for money. Their aggressive behaviour sometimes towards pass­ers-by who do not give them money is concerning and needs to be addressed promptly.

I personally find it diffi­cult to comprehend, and it concern me to see street children engaging in all sort of activities just to secure food for themselves.

I urge the government to intervene by relocating these children to orphanag­es where they can receive proper care and support. Investing in their well-being now can potentially lead to a brighter future for both the children and the nation.

It is crucial to act swiftly as the presence of these children on the streets reflects poorly on the image of our country and govern­ment.

Georgina Ntim Boadiwaa,

Achimota- Mile7