Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, says the parents of convicted cultists will be punished with their children.
He said they must be alive to their responsibilities by paying attention to the moral upbringing of their children.
The governor made this statement while addressing pupils and students on Thursday, May 27, during the Children’s Day celebration at the Police College, Ikeja.
The governor who was represented by his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, said that the Lagos government has signed a new law to fight cultism
“The new law against cultism prescribes punitive measures for parents of young people convicted of cultism. Parents should be vigilant and monitor their children.”
“We owe them a duty to ensure that their dreams and aspirations are realized through continuous training, guidance and mentoring.”