The Kwara State Government has reiterated its warning against the illegal operation of Crèche, Daycare, Playgroup, Kindergarten, Pre-Nursery, Nursery, pre-schools among others.
A statement signed by Hajia (Mrs) Yusuf M.J, Director Child Development, Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development stated that the government has exhausted its magnanimity, and is set to begin stern enforcement, according to the provisions of the law, warning that any institutions found wanting shall be sealed off, blacklisted and possibly face prosecutions.
The statement partly read, “The early care and development of children under the age of six (6) is too sensitive and susceptible to vulnerability and cannot be allowed in the hands of illegal operators and their uncertified/unprofessional caregivers.
“For further information on compliance, visit the Child Development Directorate (Room D18) of the Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Phase 1, State Secretariat Complex, along Offa Road (around State High Court) GRA, Ilorin or call Mr. Zubair on 09086143720.”