Ondo Police urge suspension of night services in churches and mosques
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- •Ondo State police issued the suspension order for night worship services on February 27, 2026.
- •The police arrested 286 suspects linked to insecurity in Ondo State by February 28, 2026.
- •The suspension applies to both churches and mosques across Ondo State.
- •The police cited ongoing security threats as the reason for the suspension.
- •Similar security-related restrictions were imposed in Kano State during Ramadan on March 1, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Ondo police lift the suspension on night services religious communities in Ondo State may resume normal worship activities, potentially improving community morale but risking exposure to security threats.
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AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Ramadan: Police suspend Tashe local performance in Kano over insecurityAFRICAThisDay (Nigeria)Insecurity: Police Urge Religious Leaders to Suspend Vigil in Ondo, Arrest 286 SuspectsAFRICAPunch (Nigeria)Police urge Ondo churches, mosques to suspend night servicesAFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)Ondo: Suspend night worship for now — Police tell religious leaders