Senator Condemns Ozoro Festival Practices in Delta State
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- •Senator Joel-Onowakpo publicly denounced the alleged assaults at the Ozoro Festival on March 23, 2026.
- •Delta State police stated on March 24, 2026, that there is no official 'rape festival' and vowed to prosecute individuals involved in assaults.
- •Former Delta State Governor James Ibori affirmed on March 25, 2026, that the Ozoro Festival does not include rape in Urhobo and Isoko cultures.
- •PANDEF demanded an investigation into alleged harassment and assault of women at the festival on March 23, 2026.
- •Community leaders explained on March 23, 2026, that unmarried girls are traditionally barred from participating in the Ozoro Festival.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Delta State authorities conduct a transparent investigation into the assault allegations then community trust in local governance and cultural events may improve, enhancing women's safety and social cohesion in Delta State.
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AFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Ozoro and the Festival of ShameAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Ozoro: No Rape Festival in Urhobo, Isoko Culture, Says IboriAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Ozoro festival: Police dismiss ‘rape festival’ claims, vow to arraign suspectsAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)PANDEF demands probe into alleged harassment, assault of women at Ozoro Festival