By Akpan Glory

Mr Dussah Bala, Founder of Habila Life and Mentorship Foundation (HLMF), has called on the Federal Government to monitor and regulate the establishment of orphanages in the country.

He stated this during a visit to Jesus Kids with Special Needs (J.K.S) Orphanage in Kubwa, Abuja, as part of activities to celebrate his birthday.

Bala stressed the need for government to provide grants and put in place proper laws to regulate orphanage homes in the country.

He said that his foundation will continue to focus on providing support for the less privileged, including those incarcerated, sick, orphans, and widows in the society.

“The reason for coming to an orphanage to celebrate my birthday is because I am an orphan too, and I know how it feels.

“I want to use this opportunity to appreciate the Alice Wanny Development Foundation , Ajebota Foundation for Disadvantages Children, Book Club with love and Lead Joe 1808 Foundation for their contributions to making this day a success,” he said.

The Country Director, Leadership Joe 1808 Foundation, Ike Chinedo in his remarks urged parents to avoid taking harmful substances during pregnancy because it may lead to children with special needs.

“Children are gifts from God, no matter the circumstance do not discard your children, plan before bringing children to this world.

“I want to use this opportunity to appeal to everyone to love one another and continue to preach love,” he said.

The Director of JKS Orphanage, Mrs Nifemi Ajideye thanked the guests for their support to the orphanage.

“I thank you all for coming and presenting these wonderful gifts and food to support the J.K.S Orphanage Home.

” I want to use this opportunity to urge the government, NGOs to continue to support the J.K.S Orphanage Home in any way they can, these children need you,” she said.

The director who was represented by the Administrator of JKS, Ms Victoria Adams said the orphanage needs more financial support to cater for the needs of the children.

“We need financial and material support and also enough busses to be able to take the children to school,” she said. (NAN)

Edited by Muhyideen Jimoh