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Davido, Zlatan celebrate Black Axe cultist group in viral post
Davido, Zlatan celebrate Black Axe cultist group in viral post
Public outrage trailed the open celebration and promotion of the violent and corrupt Black Axe cultist group by two Nigerian musicians, David ‘Davido’ Adeleke and Omoniyi ‘Zlatan’ Raphael.
Black Axe, also known as Neo-Black Movement, is a cult group notorious for violent killings, drugs, rape and other crimes, across Nigerian university campuses. The group secretly have its annual celebration on July 7.
The Nigerian Police Force annually warns against the celebration of 7/7, also called Aiye Day or Founder’s Day, with police chiefs ordering clampdowns on unlawful gatherings.
However, the duo of Davido and Zlatan took to their social media pages to celebrate the cult group on July 7, sparking reactions from their fans and supporters.
“Happy Metal,” Davido posted on X Monday, a cryptic message celebrating and promoting the violent cult group.
Similarly, Zlatan posted “7/7 🖤💛” in solidarity with the Black Axe confraternity on his X page, sparking reactions from his followers.
Davido’s post has garnered thousands of reposts, as many condemned his promotion of a cult group in his cryptic post.
An X user, @Osagie_jnr, condemned Davido’s post, saying, “Smh, what/who you choose to associate with is of no one’s business, but you should know you are a celebrity, an influential one at that, posts like these reinvigorate these people. Come to my city and see the damage their activities have caused in just over a week. Please, do better.”
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Another X user, @sir_Jordan, said, “Happy Metal Day? 🪓 So we’re just openly celebrating Black Axe now? Ok, After a careful consideration, I, Jordan, hereby declare my official vacation from supporting Davido until further notice.
“Due to recent Metal Day revelations, I must step back for my spiritual safety and playlist integrity. All Davido songs have been temporarily removed from my library. I remove my hands from Davido’s matter.”
Also, @Emmasonn said, “As a public figure, it’s wrong to promote cultism. Davido, do better. You have many young people looking up to you; don’t mislead them. Gambling, scamming, rug pulls, cultism………. You mustn’t always be on the wrong side of the divide.”
The reactions were not different on Zlatan’s page, where the majority of his followers condemned his support and promotion of the violent cult group.
Condemning Zlatan’s post, @DareHardy09 said: “Just imagine what a celebrity and a supposed good role model is promoting smh.”
Another X user, OSCL_special said, “See Watin all of una Dey promote?? How is this reasonable to you?? Cultism has taken a lot of young guys out there, but you still here promoting it💔. I’m disappointed in you about this, Zlatan.”
“Cultism is not a flex or an achievement, rest brother. Una go put una son for best school in Yankee, kon Dey spoil other people son life here by promoting cultism,” another user, @OyinTGSPE said.
Davido, Zlatan celebrate Black Axe cultist group in viral post
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Delta State Police Arrest Suspects in Killing of Retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu
Delta State Police Arrest Suspects in Killing of Retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu
The Delta State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Anambra State, arresting key suspects linked to the case.
Spokesperson SP Bright Edafe disclosed on Sunday that operatives of the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID), acting on credible intelligence, apprehended 25-year-old security guard Godwin Mngumi on 6 December 2025. Mngumi allegedly murdered the retired judge, and authorities also recovered the deceased’s mobile phone from him.
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According to Edafe, Mngumi confessed to inviting a friend, Nnaji Obalum, and another accomplice — who remains at large — to the residence where the crime was committed. Obalum has since been arrested, while a manhunt continues for the third suspect.
The arrests mark a major step forward in the effort to bring all perpetrators of the high-profile murder to justice.
Delta State Police Arrest Suspects in Killing of Retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu
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Delta State Police Recover Arms, Arraign 18 Suspects in Crackdown on Cultism, Violent Crimes
Delta State Police Recover Arms, Arraign 18 Suspects in Crackdown on Cultism, Violent Crimes
The Delta State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has made significant strides in its ongoing campaign against cultism and violent crimes. Recent operations, including an intelligence-led arms recovery in Abraka and the arraignment of 18 suspects, highlight the command’s intensified enforcement efforts across the state.
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Spokesperson SP Bright Edafe said on Saturday that the CP-Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT), under ASP Julius Robinson, executed a successful operation on December 6, 2025, targeting cult-related activities and the proliferation of illegal firearms. Acting on credible intelligence, officers conducted a coordinated search at No. 2 Umeghe Community, Abraka, the residence of Isiakpere Friday, 67.
The move underscores the Delta State Police’s commitment to restoring safety and security in communities affected by criminal and cult-related activities.
Delta State Police Recover Arms, Arraign 18 Suspects in Crackdown on Cultism, Violent Crimes
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Nigerian Army Suspends Retirements for Officers Amid Nationwide Security Emergency
Nigerian Army Suspends Retirements for Officers Amid Nationwide Security Emergency
The Nigerian Army has temporarily frozen both statutory and voluntary retirements for certain officers, including Generals, following the nationwide security emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu. The decision aims to bolster manpower as the country faces a surge in kidnappings and worsening insecurity.
The move comes after more than 600 abduction cases were reported in November 2025, including the kidnapping of over 300 students in Niger State, 38 worshippers in Kwara State, and 25 students in Kebbi State.
An internal circular dated December 3 and signed by Maj. Gen. E. I. Okoro on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff cited provisions in the Harmonised Terms and Conditions of Service Officers (HTACOS) 2024, allowing service extensions “in the interest of the service.” The memo explains that officers usually retire upon reaching age limits, completing 35 years of service, or failing promotion/conversion boards, but these rules can be overridden during national emergencies.
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The suspension affects officers who have:
- Failed promotion examinations three times
- Been passed over repeatedly at promotion boards
- Reached rank age limits
- Failed conversion boards thrice
- Completed 35 years of service
Officers granted extensions will remain in service but will not be eligible for further promotions, courses, secondments, or extra-regimental appointments. Those unwilling to continue can still proceed with standard exit procedures.
Commanders have been instructed to communicate the directive and manage morale across units, with the policy to be reviewed once national security conditions improve.
Nigerian Army Suspends Retirements for Officers Amid Nationwide Security Emergency
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