Lagos Monarch Orders Overnight Lockdown for Egungun Festival Rites in Oregun Community
The Olu Oregun, Dr. Olusesan Olukunmi Akingbola, has mandated a mandatory overnight lockdown for residents of Oregun community in Lagos during the Egungun Festival rites. The directive aims to ensure safety during the traditional midnight rites and prohibits anyone from being outside between 10 pm and 4 am.
The Nigeria Police Force has been put on alert to deploy across strategic locations to enforce the lockdown. Residents are urged to comply with the directive to avoid facing immediate consequences.
For further information or clarification, residents can contact the palace using provided telephone numbers.
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