Cultism spreading into robbery, kidnapping, oil bunkering; affects Ughelli, Agbor, Sapele, Warri night life

Vanguard News | 05-09-2026 08:55am |

Cultism in Delta State is reportedly spreading into other criminal activities such as robbery, kidnapping, and oil bunkering. This has negatively affected nightlife in cities like Ughelli, Agbor, Sapele, and Warri. The Delta State House of Assembly passed the Anti-Terrorism and Anti-Cultism (Amendment) Bill, 2025, to address the issue, but cult-related violence persists. The amendment aims to provide clearer legal definitions and improve prosecution, yet challenges remain.

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