The Ogun State Police Command has issued a public advisory warning against alleged plans by cult groups to mark an anniversary event across the state, identified in intelligence reports as the “777” celebration.
The statement, released Sunday by the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, confirmed that security has been reinforced across all divisions and area commands in anticipation of possible disturbances.
According to the Command, any attempts to organise unlawful gatherings, processions, or anniversary activities linked to cult groups will be met with immediate police intervention.
“The Command has reinforced security operations across all Divisions and Area Commands to ensure peace and public safety,” Odutola stated. “Any attempt to stage unlawful gatherings, processions, or anniversary events linked to cultism will be met with swift and decisive police action.”
The police also issued a caution to parents and guardians, urging them to monitor their children and discourage them from congregating in suspicious clusters or loitering in public areas.
“Young people are strongly urged to avoid loitering or forming clusters in public places. Security operatives will not hesitate to disperse gatherings that raise suspicion or threaten public peace,” the statement added.
The Command further warned that individuals found with firearms or other weapons during this period would face prosecution.
Odutola stressed that the police remain committed to maintaining public order and urged residents to go about their lawful activities while cooperating with law enforcement agencies.
