Anthony Abayomi Afolabi, a vibrant ten-year-old boy, has only known the warmth and love of his mother's care. For the past seven years, Dr. Briseida Xhelaj has been the sole legal custodian of her son, providing him with a nurturing and stable home environment. Anthony's life, however, took a distressful turn when his father, Gbolahan Afolabi, who is employed at UPIKE in Pikeville, Kentucky, unlawfully took him away from this secure haven.

Gbolahan Afolabi has placed Anthony in an environment that is not only unstable but also harmful. The situation has caused significant emotional distress for Anthony, manifesting in alarming physical changes such as anxiety , weight gain, a sign of the tremendous stress he is under. His anxiety, once under control, is now a constant companion in his young life, exacerbating the trauma he is currently enduring.

Despite legal rulings that granted Dr. Xhelaj sole custody, her rights have been violated in a manner that has serious psychological repercussions for her child. This act can only be described as kidnapping, as it defies the trust and responsibilities laid down by courts in custody matters.

The urgency of this situation cannot be overstressed. Anthony's well-being hangs in the balance, and it is imperative that he is returned to his mother. Dr. Xhelaj is prepared to provide the care and emotional support that Anthony desperately needs to heal from this ordeal. The need for immediate action is critical not only to safeguard Anthony's current emotional state but to prevent further psychological harm.

By signing this petition, you are lending your voice to the urgent call for justice and the immediate return of Anthony to his rightful home with his mother. We appeal to authorities and individuals globally to take a stand in this grave matter and ensure Anthony's swift and safe return. Please sign and share this petition widely to protect Anthony's future and well-being. Thank you for your support.