Yenegoa, Bayelsa – Concerned about the ongoing cult clashes, killings and violent robberies in Amarata, a suburb of Yenagoa, the Bayelsa State capital, community members staged a massive peace walk on Monday to protest the increasing cult-related violence and criminality.

They warned cult groups to vacate the area immediately.

The protesters carried placards with inscriptions such as “Say No to Cultism” and “Amarata Must Be Free,” while community stakeholders called on security agencies and civil society to support their campaign for lasting peace.

Led by the Paramount Ruler, Chief Sam David, the community declared that it would no longer tolerate incessant robbery, killing and violence in the community.

Chief David said Amarata had reached a breaking point and vowed that traditional authorities, security outfits, and youths would flush out the criminal elements.