Minister Nancy Shukri cautions against scams demanding payment for welfare home access, urging verification through official government channels
KUCHING: Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri has warned the public against falling victim to scams involving fake welfare homes that demand payment.
Sharing a personal experience, Nancy revealed she was recently approached about an advertisement claiming individuals must pay fees to access welfare homes.
“Only yesterday, somebody asked me about the welfare homes. There’s a big advertisement about it because they said that you’re required to pay certain fees (to be accepted to the home),” she said.
She strongly cautioned that government welfare homes do not charge any fees for admission.
Nancy explained that while there are eligibility requirements for shelter or institutional admission, payment is not one of them.
“Of course, there are certain conditions for people who are accepted to be in the shelter and also to be in other institutions. So, do not simply be easily scared by these people (scammers),” she advised.
She expressed concern over the increasing number of similar cases being reported.
Nancy stressed this matter needs to be taken seriously and properly investigated.
The minister said she was fortunate to be able to verify such claims by consulting with other ministries.
She advised the public to verify information through official government channels.
She also urged people to report any suspicious advertisements or messages to the authorities.
