Police commands across several Nigerian states, including Ondo, Ogun, and Oyo, have issued stern warnings against the celebration of July 7, commonly referred to as "7/7" or "777," a date notoriously associated with cult-related activities. This day is often designated by various cult groups, such as the Neo-Black Movement of Africa (Aiye Confraternity), as 'cultism day,' used for initiating new members and engaging in violent acts that pose significant threats to public order and safety.

In Ondo State, Commissioner of Police Adebowale Lawal explicitly stated that activities linked to the 7/7 celebration would not be tolerated, emphasizing that unlawful gatherings or assemblies are strictly prohibited. He urged parents and guardians to exercise caution and ensure their wards refrain from any acts capable of disrupting peace, not only on the designated date but also before and after. Lawal highlighted the command's strengthened response capacity through the deployment of advanced surveillance systems, digital tracking solutions, and forensic investigative techniques, which have significantly enhanced precision in identifying criminal elements and dismantling networks of armed robbers and cultists.

Similarly, the Ogun State Police Command, through its spokesperson CSP Omolola Odutola, released a public advisory warning against intelligence-reported plans by cult groups to mark this anniversary. Security operations have been significantly reinforced across all divisions and area commands to pre-empt any disturbances. The command declared that any attempts to organize unlawful gatherings, processions, or anniversary events linked to cultism would be met with swift and decisive police action. Parents and guardians in Ogun State were also cautioned to monitor their children closely, discouraging them from loitering or forming suspicious clusters in public places, as security operatives are authorized to disperse such gatherings. Furthermore, individuals found in possession of firearms or other weapons during this period will face prosecution.

The Oyo State Police Command, via its spokesman SP Adewale Osifeso, issued a security alert specifically mentioning the Neo-Black Movement of Africa (Black Axe cult group) and the potential for violent reprisals and large-scale mayhem by rival groups. Intelligence reports indicate that the group might use the occasion for attacks, leading to severe public disorder. As proactive security measures, the Oyo Command has conducted sensitisation sessions with hoteliers, lounge owners, and studio apartment operators, urging them not to allow their facilities to be used for cult-related gatherings. The Command appealed to all residents, community leaders, and influential figures to collaborate with law enforcement in mitigating these risks and to engage youth in conversations about the dangers and severe consequences of cultism. They reaffirmed their commitment to deploying police officers strategically across the state to ensure swift response and maintain order, leveraging advanced intelligence and technology for professional policing.

Across these states, the police commands underscore a unified commitment to public safety. They continuously call upon residents to partner with them by providing credible information, staying vigilant, and remaining law-abiding. With sustained public cooperation and the continued integration of advanced technology into policing operations, authorities aim to maintain positive momentum in the fight against crime and collectively build safer, more secure, and peaceful communities for all.