Ogun State Police Command has vowed to arrest anyone planning illegal gatherings or processions that are organised in connection with 777 cult anniversary celebration across the state.
INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the 777 date, which falls on the seventh day of the seventh month of every year has been linked to violent conflicts in some parts of the country.
Meanwhile, the command, ahead of July 7th, 2025, stated that it has strengthened security operations throughout all divisions and area commands, warning that anyone found in possession of firearms will be prosecuted.
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In a statement on Sunday by the state’s Police Command Spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, urged parents and guardians to caution their wards to avoid loitering or forming clusters in public places.
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Omolola said: “The Ogun State Command wishes to alert the general public, especially young persons, on intelligence reports regarding planned cult-related celebrations popularly called ‘777’ across the state.
“Any attempt to stage unlawful gatherings, processions, or anniversary events linked to cultism will be met with swift and decisive police action.
“Parents and guardians are advised to caution their wards. Young people are strongly urged to avoid loitering or forming clusters in public places.
“The command further warns that anyone found in possession of firearms will be prosecuted.”
