A welfare-focused intervention has been launched for a vulnerable family in Bulemi, within the Weija-Gbawe Municipality, following public concern over their living conditions.
A woman who admitted to preparing meals for her children using faeces and urine in the Bulemi community in the Weija-Gbawe Municipality is to undergo psychiatric evaluation following the intervention of the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, stepped in after a widely circulated video drew attention to the situation, prompting immediate action to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the individuals involved.
During a visit to the community, the Minister engaged directly with the 56-year-old woman, Leticia Okine, and her two children. Following the interaction, arrangements were made for the woman to undergo psychiatric evaluation at a health facility, with the aim of providing appropriate medical and psychological care.
The intervention also included coordination with social welfare authorities to assess the needs of the children and determine the necessary support systems to safeguard their welfare. Officials say the case highlights the importance of early reporting and community vigilance in identifying households that may require urgent assistance.
The Ministry emphasised that its response is part of a broader mandate to protect vulnerable populations and ensure access to care, particularly in situations involving potential health and safety risks.
Authorities are expected to continue monitoring the family’s condition while working to provide long-term support and rehabilitation where needed.
