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Cult violence in Nigeria

Overview

Recent reports indicate a rise in violent cult-related incidents across Nigeria, involving targeted killings and mutilations.

In Ogun State, a man named Seyi was killed at Ijako Market after being mistaken for a member of a rival group during an attack by suspected cultists. The incident, which reportedly involved both gunfire and an axe, is believed by authorities to be linked to the drug trade.

In Lagos State, a man identified as Biola was killed in the Ajah area. Evidence suggests the victim may have been lured into a trap by individuals posing as members of his own group, the Eiye confraternity. The victim sustained gunshot wounds and was subjected to mutilation before the attackers fled. Local police are investigating these incidents as part of ongoing cult violence along the Ajah–Lekki corridor.

Entities

Ogun State · Naija Confra · Biola · Lagos State Police Command · Eiye Confraternity

Timeline

  1. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Ajah cult attack: Man killed and mutilated in suspected trap

    A man named Biola was killed and mutilated in a suspected cult attack in Ajah, Lagos. Video evidence suggests he may have been lured into a trap by rivals posing as members of his own confraternity.

  2. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Ogun State man killed after being mistaken for cultist

    A man named Seyi was killed by suspected cultists in Ogun State, Nigeria, after being mistaken for a rival gang member during an attack intended for another individual.

Sources

lindaikejisblog.com · nationaldailyng.com · punchng.com