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Police rescue nine minors during cult initiation in Lagos

“Nine children, youngest, nine and oldest, 14, were rescued during the alleged forced initiation into cultism in Mushin area of Lagos state.

• August 10, 2023
Nigerian police officers used to illustrate the story
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The Lagos Police Command has rescued nine children during an alleged forceful cult initiation in the Mushin area of the state.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest on his verified Twitter page on Thursday.

Mr Hundeyin, who did not reveal the victims’ names because they are minors, said they were rescued during their initiation to become members of a cult group.

“Nine children, youngest, nine and oldest, 14, were rescued during the alleged forced initiation into cultism in Mushin area of Lagos state.

“We need to strengthen the family unit,” the image maker said.

According to him, investigation is ongoing.


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