In a security meeting held at the Governor’s office in Abeokuta on Wednesday, Dapo Abiodun, the governor of Ogun state, stated that those involved in cultism in the state will face the death penalty.
There have been series of cult-related deaths happening in the state, and in recent time, around the Sagamu area, there have been cult-related clashes that have resulted in the death of many.
The governor first insinuated about the death penalty being enacted in the state for convicted cultists following his visit to Oba Babatunde Ajayi, the Akarigbo of Remoland. He had visited the Oba on Tuesday, days after the Sagamu incident that left many dead.
Mr. Dapo also mentioned in the meeting that the Ogun government would also set up a joint anti-cultism security task force to rid the state of the damaging consequences of cultism.
His Statement:
“During the meeting that took place today (Wednesday), we engaged in fruitful discussions regarding the implementation of measures aimed at combating cultism in the state.
“Our primary focus was on establishing a special court, forming a joint operational force comprising various security agencies, and implementing a death penalty for cultism offences. In addition to these measures, we also deliberated on the possibility of introducing a period of amnesty.
“This would allow individuals who wish to surrender their weapons and renounce their affiliation with any cult-related groups and activities the opportunity to do so without fear of prosecution. We are dedicated to providing the Special Court and Joint Anti-Cultism Security Task Force with the necessary logistics and tools to support their operations effectively.”