June 15 marks the annual celebration of the Supreme Eiye Confraternity (SEC), also known as the National Association of Airlords (NAA), in Nigeria. This dangerous and unlawful group uses the day to recruit new members, hold leadership elections, and carry out initiation rituals and other criminal acts.
In response to this, the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), under the leadership of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, NPM PhD, has issued a stern warning to parents, youths, and children, including those in primary and secondary schools, to be cautious about their associations and movements on this day to avoid being lured into cultism.
POCACOV has advised school administrators at all academic levels, including primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions, to be vigilant and report any unusual gatherings or activities among students.
The management of tertiary institutions has been urged to increase security measures and maintain strict supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.
Parents have been urged to monitor their wards closely, know their movements, and ensure they return home early. Communities have also been advised to be cautious about suspicious gatherings in their areas and report them promptly to the police or other security agencies.
Hotel and club operators have been warned to ensure that their venues are not used for cult activities, as the Eiye Confraternity often operates under the guise of holding parties.
The public has been advised to be on the lookout for the color blue, which is predominantly used by Eiye Confraternity members, and the code "6:15," which is usually inscribed on fez caps or T-shirts.
According to Police, POCACOV, as an agency of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), will continue to sensitize the public on the negative effects of cultism on individuals, families, and society, and through collaborative efforts, they aim to bring cultism to a manageable level.
