The Osun State Police Command has warned cultists, hoodlums, thieves and other criminal elements against taking advantage of the Osun Osogbo festival to commit offences.
The police also warned that anyone attempting to disrupt public peace would face the full weight of the law.
The warning was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Gotan.
Gotan also assured residents, visitors, tourists and worshippers of adequate security before, during and after the 2026 Osun-Osogbo Festival.
He said, “Cultists, hoodlums, thieves and other criminal elements are hereby warned against taking advantage of the festival to commit offences. Anyone attempting to disrupt public peace would face the full weight of the law.”
The statement said the Command was committed to ensuring a peaceful, orderly and successful festival.
According to the police, “the internationally recognised Osun-Osogbo Festival attracts
