By Ayodele Oni
The Ondo State Police Command, busted an initiation ceremony of suspected cult members during which five suspects were apprehended.
The incident happened at the University community of Akungba Akoko.
Revealing this in a statement on Sunday, the Command’s spokesman Abayomi Jimoh explained that “The suspects were reportedly engaged in a secret meeting, during which they were chanting cult-related slogans and exhibiting behaviors consistent with cult activities, thereby raising serious concern.
He stated that the Command’s Special Anti-Cultism Squad, swooped on the suspects which led to their arrest in Akungba Akoko.
“On the 27th of March, 2026, the Command received credible and actionable intelligence from vigilant members of the public indicating that a group of individuals suspected to be cultists were converging at a residential building in Akungba Akoko.
“The suspects were reportedly engaged in a secret meeting, during which they were chanting cult-related slogans and exhibiting behaviors consistent with cult activities, thereby raising serious concerns about public safety.
“Acting swiftly on the intelligence, a team of operatives from the Special Anti-Cultism Squad was immediately mobilized to the location.
“Upon arrival, the operatives tactically cordoned off the area and successfully apprehended the suspects.
“The following individuals were arrested at the scene: Adesuye Dare ‘M’, Ayeerun Joshua ‘M’, Ojo Omole ‘M’, Adu Dele ‘M’, and Akeju Idowu ‘M’.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects are members of the notorious Eiye Confraternity, a secret cult group associated with violent crimes, unlawful gatherings, and threats to public peace and order.
“The suspects are currently in police custody and have made useful statements that is aiding investigation.
“Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to deepen investigation with a view to uncovering the broader network of the group, identifying additional members, and preventing any planned criminal activities linked to the syndicate.
“CP Adebowale has commended the prompt and professional response of the operatives involved in the operation, as well as the members of the public whose timely information made the success possible.
“He emphasized that community partnership remains a critical component in effective policing and crime prevention.”
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