Police in Anambra state have placed a strict ban on any gathering by members of a suspected cult fraternity in the state.
The state Police Command reacting to the information of an annual celebration by one of the notorious cult groups in the country who usually mark their fraternity day on the 7th day of every July which they call 7/7 warned that anybody caught engaging in cult-related celebration would be arrested.
Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Toochukwu Ikenga in a statement said: “Following the information received over time of a group of criminally minded individuals, especially under the guise of the Cult Day planned celebration tomorrow 7th July 2024, an unholy event characterized by violence and bloodshed, the Police Command has advised such persons or groups to desist forthwith as the Police are saddled with the constitutional responsibilities of protecting lives and properties will not allow such disgruntled elements to reverse several gains made by the Security agencies on tackling cult-related incidents and shall deal decisively with anyone found wanting in this regard”,
“The Command however reiterates that such event or any other related activities remains banned and shall not hesitate to invoke relevant laws especially the newly signed Anti-Cultism law of the State on anyone caught in cult/related activities or any act capable of undermining security in the State”,
“To this end, the Command warns hoteliers and proprietors of bars, and event/recreation centres to be cautious about such gatherings and their likes in their facilities as there will be consequences if found wanting.
“Also, Parents and guardians are advised to warn their wards to be law-abiding and desist from any act that could cause a breach of peace in the State.”
Mr Ikenga said the Police and Other Security Agencies remain resolute, committed, and dedicated to making the State safer and secure, at all times.
Source/The Sun
