Police make shocking revelation on Otukpo cult clash

The Benue State Police Command has reacted to the cult war in Otukpo LGA of Benue State where several persons were killed on Sunday.

Report had it that over 10 young men were hacked to death and many others injured in a war that erupted between two rival cult groups in the acclaimed Nigerian Texas city.

Police through its spokesman in the state, ASP Moses Yamu, claimed that only two casualties were recorded while 15 persons have been arrested in connection with the deadly clash.

He said, “At about 1200hrs on Sunday, in a remote bush called Banana Island at the outskirt of Otukpo, two Rival Cults (Black Skin Secret Cult and Red Skin Secret Cult) engaged themselves in a fight.

“Two casualties were recorded, while one was injured. Swift action by the Police with the support of the Local Vigilantes has led to the arrest of Fifteen suspects, out of which Seven are confirmed to be members of both Cult Groups.

“The Police appreciate the partnership of the well meaning members of the community in ensuring security of life and property in the State and appeal that all suspicious persons or activities should be reported to the nearest Police station.”