THREE mothers whose children were born abroad have finally received their children’s citizenship documents from the National Registration Department today.

They were to show up at the department’s headquarters to receive the documents at 2.30pm today, but were informed that there was a problem with the system at 5pm and given a 14-day period to return, said Family Frontiers Malaysia president Suriani Kempe.

“Luckily, an officer later informed all three women that they will be receiving the documents today,” said Suriani, who represented the mothers.

The women all received their respective documents at about 6.20pm.

On December 29, the three mothers showed up at the department for the process of obtaining their children’s citizenship documents so they can apply for Malaysian identification cards.

On December 22, the Court of Appeal rejected the government’s appeal and ordered the government to issue citizenship documents to the children, who were born abroad and whose mothers are citizens of Malaysia.

Adlyn Adam Teoh, who spent an entire decade fighting for her son’s rights, is thankful to the government, which finally acknowledged her son as a citizen.

“Today is a very meaningful day for me. I am grateful because justice has been served.

“Currently, only three mothers have obtained citizenship for their children. What about other mothers who are still waiting and facing similar problems?”

Adlyn, who is from Satok, Sarawak, said although she has received the documents, she is awaiting a call to ensure the details have been uploaded into the department’s system.

Myra Eliza Mohd Danil and the other mother, who wishes to be identified only as Devi, also expressed relief and thanks that their struggle is finally over.

“I feel a bit less burdened. I have been fighting for this issue since my child was 4, now my child is 8,” said Myra Eliza. – Bernama, February 21, 2022.