Black Axe, Maphites, Eiye Confraternity and Others Unite to Fight Kidnapping In Edo State

Sand Beach Resorts, Benin was host to some of the most feared rival cult groups in Edo state Universities as they gathered for a common purpose; to fight kidnappings, armed robberies and other fierce crimes in the state. They all spoke with one voice and vowed to arrest the situation.

The summit which was tagged "interactive Peace Summit: Strategy for Social Cohesion" had fraternities like Black Axe, Maphites, Vikings, Eiye Confraternity and many others in attendance.

The Edo State Governor, Adams Oshiomhole, Oba Of Benin, and top security forces in the state also sent their representatives  to the summit.

Meanwhile, Chairman of the forum, Donald Edoghon who expressed his dissatisfaction with the status quo of violent crimes in the state, hoped their alliance will yield the desired results.

"“If you remember, for over two decades, inter-group conflicts which often resulted in violent and fatal crisis were the attributes of Edo State communities. Innocent lives, properties of inestimable worth are taken and destroyed on a whim. Armed robbery, kidnapping, thuggery and sundry social vices rose to unprecedented levels; it became dangerous to reside and function legitimately in Edo State, and, in particular, Benin City.”

“Various efforts were made by various groups to check this disturbing trend. Some were sincere while others were not. They failed because their focus was eradicating inter-group conflicts, whereas conflicts are integral part of all human societies. The situation looked bad, but then came the platform of Rainbow Consolidated Forum with a template for all seasons.”

Do you think the coming together of these rival cult groups is the lasting solution to violent crimes in Edo state? Should they be encouraged? ... Well only time and perhaps the "united colours" will time.