Man arraigned for belonging to vikings cult in Edo

A 23-year old man, Oseikhuemen Ojie, has been arraigned before an Oredo Magistrate Court for belonging to an unlawful society.

Police Prosecutor, ASP Sylvester Omor, told the court that the accused and others at large belonged to the Vikings secret cult.

He said the offence contrary to Section 3 (1) (c) and Section 3 (1) (a) of the secret cult prohibition Laws No. 8 of 2000 of Edo.

The accused, however, pleaded not guilty to the two-count charge of conspiracy and engaging in cult related activities.

Presiding Magistrate, Mrs. C.A. Nwoha, held that the court lacks jurisdiction to admit the accused to bail.

Nwoha said the court would seek advice from the Department of Public Prosecution before bail application would be considered.

She remanded the accused in prison custody, and adjourned the case till November 13 for mentioning

Man arraigned for belonging to vikings cult in Edo