Police Raid Cult Gathering, Arrest Five in Ondo
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested five suspected members of a cult group during a raid on a clandestine gathering in Akungba-Akoko.
The suspects, believed to be members of the Eiye Confraternity, were apprehended following credible intelligence about their activities in the area.
Police authorities disclosed that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to clamp down on cultism and related criminal activities across the state.
During the raid, officers reportedly recovered items believed to be linked to the group’s operations, while investigations have commenced to uncover the full extent of their activities.
The Police Command reiterated its commitment to maintaining law and order, warning that it would not tolerate any form of criminality or activities capable of threatening public safety.
Residents of the area have been urged to remain vigilant and provide useful information to security agencies to aid in the fight against crime.
The arrested suspects are expected to be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
The incident highlights renewed efforts by security agencies to curb cult-related violence and ensure the safety of communities in Ondo State.
