Osun Police Arrest Six Cultists Linked to Violence

The Osun State Police Command arrested six suspected cultists during targeted raids on criminal hideouts in Osogbo, the state capital. The command's spokesperson, Abiodun Ojelabi, announced the arrests on Tuesday, stating that the suspects, aged between 18 and 35, are allegedly members of the Eiye Confraternity.

They are connected to a gang accused of terrorizing residents around the Mackay Junction area. The police recovered suspected criminal charms, illicit drugs, and cash believed to be from drug-related activities during the operations.

The raids were conducted under the directives of Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Gotan Zungura, who urged community members to report suspicious activities. He also advised youths to avoid cultism and criminal associations, warning of serious consequences for involvement in such activities.

The police intend to continue these operations to ensure lasting peace and security in Osogbo and other parts of Osun State.