Buhari ordered police to flush out cult groups in Ogun.

© Buhari ordered police to flush out cult groups in Ogun.
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On Thursday, President Muhammadu Buhari directed the Nigeria Police Force, the Ogun State Command, and other security agencies to put an end to cult killings in the state. Buhari notably called for a halt to the rampant murders, kidnappings, and sexual assaults perpetrated by rival cult organizations against their opponents in states, particularly Ogun State.

The fights between the Eiye and Aiye cult organizations have continued for more than a week, according to the Daily Trust, following the assassination of major leaders from both groups. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Garba Shehu, the President expressed concern about the resurgence of cult violence, with Ogun state serving as the new battleground.

He stated that police and other law enforcement organizations must tackle groups aiming to destabilize the calm and cause chaos before they gain strength. "What should alarm us is that lethal cults are rapidly luring lonely, frightened, and unhappy adolescents, whom they imprison in unconventional social practices." "Parents and religious leaders must realize what is going on and put a stop to our youth's radicalization," Shehu cited the President as saying.

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