Edo Governor Okpebholo Leads Cult Members' Renunciation

On October 13, hundreds of cult members in Edo State publicly renounced their membership in various cult groups during a ceremony organized by the Edo State Government in Benin City. The event, themed “Restitution, Rehabilitation and Safer Edo State,” featured an oath of renunciation and prayers led by Rev. Fr. Alfred Agbonlahor, Chairman of the Edo State Christian Pilgrim Welfare Board.

Governor Monday Okpebholo commended the youths for their decision to abandon cultism, describing it as a crucial step towards saving their lives and families from the violence associated with cult activities. He warned that those who do not renounce their involvement in criminal activities would face the full weight of the law, including the potential demolition of buildings used for cult-related activities.

Okpebholo noted that his administration has significantly reduced cult-related killings from over 300 annually to almost zero through stronger laws and improved security operations. The Commissioner of Police in Edo State, Patrick Daaor, supported the governor's commitment to addressing cultism and enhancing community safety.