This update highlights the rising threat of organized criminal violence in the Niger Delta, focusing on cult-related gang violence in Edo State. Cult-related violence remains one of the key drivers of insecurity in the state. Recent data indicate a resurgence of violent clashes between cult groups, causing over 10 fatalities in the past two weeks.[embeddoc url="https://pindfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Niger-Delta-Weekly-Update-April-27-May-03-2025.pdf%22]
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