Police authorities in Oyo and Ogun States on Sunday warned against potential consequences, ahead of Black Axe Founders’ Day/anniversary better known as “777” Day, becoming an annual ritual across Nigeria.
This is contained in a separate Press statements by spokesperson for the Nigeria Police Commands in Oyo State, CSP Adewale Osifeso,
and Ogun State, CSP Omolola Odutola ahead of the event billed for Monday July 7, 2025.
CSP. Osifeso alerted the public on potential security risks associated with the upcoming July 7 Founders’ Day celebration of the Neo-Black Movement of Africa (Aye Confraternity), commonly known as the Black Axe.
Citing intelligence suggesting that rival cult gangs might engage in large-scale retribution and mayhem during the celebration, and the Force resolve to commitment in maintaining peace and security in the State.
“Our intelligence suggests that the Neo-Black Movement of Africa may use this occasion to execute plans that could lead to serious public disorder, including reprisals against rival cult groups.
“As part of our proactive security measures, the Police Command has conducted multiple sensitization sessions with key Stakeholders, including hoteliers, lounge owners, and operators of studio apartments, to emphasise the importance of refusing to make their facilities available for hosting gatherings associated with cult groups known for violent activities.
“The safety of all residents remains our highest priority. We therefore call on parents, guardians, Community leaders, and influential figures to collaborate with law enforcement in mitigating these risks”, the police Image maker said in the statement.
CSP Odutola said the Ogun State Command
has reinforced security operations across all Divisions and Area Commands to ensure peace and public safety in response to the planned anniversary.
“Any attempt to stage unlawful gatherings, processions, or anniversary events linked to cultism will be met with swift and decisive police action.
The statement advised “Parents and guardians to caution their wards, and urged “young people to avoid loitering or forming clusters in public places”.
The Command assured residents that security operatives will not hesitate to disperse gatherings that raise suspicion or threaten public peace, warning that anyone found in possession of firearms will be prosecuted.
