The Ondo State Police Command has arrested six suspected cultists during a coordinated intelligence-led operation in Akoko South-West Local Government Area of the state.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the operation was carried out by operatives of the Special Anti-Cultism Squad in Akungba and Iwaro Akoko communities following credible intelligence on suspected cult activities in the area.
The suspects arrested include Damilare Kayode (30), Adejoro Godwin (30), Adedapo Ogunro (36), Chisom Okechukwu (21), Ademulegun Imisi (26), and Odugunle Bukola (21).
The police explained that the raid was conducted in the early hours of Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to curb cultism and violent crimes across the state.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects were allegedly involved in activities linked to unlawful confraternities operating within the Akoko axis, which has raised growing security concerns in recent times.
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Items recovered from the suspects include five battle axes, one jackknife, and various charms, alongside confraternity paraphernalia such as boots, yellow singlets, and face caps.
The command confirmed that the recovered exhibits have been secured and will be used as evidence in the ongoing investigation.
It also added that efforts are underway to identify other members of the group and uncover the full extent of their operations within and beyond the affected communities.
The suspects are expected to be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
Authorities reiterated their commitment to sustaining the crackdown on cultism and other violent crimes across Ondo State.
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