Comedian and actor Freedom Atsepoyi, widely known as Mr. Jollof, expressed strong disappointment over the alleged “rape festival” incident that took place in Ozoro, Delta State.
He spoke amid growing public anger and concern over the disturbing reports linked to the event.
Earlier, New Daily Prime reported that a video circulating online had raised a serious alarm. The footage appeared to show the assault and harassment of women during a local festival in Ozoro.
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As the video spread across social media platforms, many Nigerians reacted with outrage and disbelief.
In the video, several women struggled to break free from groups of men. Some victims were heard crying and calling for help.
The scenes shocked viewers and sparked widespread condemnation from different quarters. Many people described the incident as unacceptable and demanded immediate action from authorities.
Following the public outcry, the Delta State Police Command confirmed that it had taken swift action. Police authorities announced the arrest of the alleged organiser of the event, Chief Omorede Sunday. In addition, four other suspects were also taken into custody in connection with the incident.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police in Delta State, Aina Adesola, strongly condemned the act. She described the incident as a clear case of sexual violence.
According to her, such behaviour remained criminal, inhumane, and a serious violation of fundamental human rights. She stressed that the police would not tolerate such acts and would ensure that justice was served.
Furthermore, she assured the public that investigations were ongoing. She added that anyone found guilty would face the full weight of the law.
Her statement aimed to calm public fears and show that law enforcement authorities were taking the matter seriously.
Reacting to the incident, Mr. Jollof shared his views through his Instagram page on Friday. He said he felt ashamed as a Deltan that such actions still occurred in 2026. He expressed concern over the continued disrespect for women in society.
“This is even women’s month,” he said. “We celebrate International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day, yet something like this is happening. That is barbaric.”
His comments quickly drew attention online, with many users agreeing with his position. Others also used the opportunity to call for stronger protection for women and stricter punishment for offenders.
In addition, Mr. Jollof called on the Delta State Government to act without delay. He urged state authorities to speak out clearly on the issue and ensure that those responsible were held accountable.
“I am calling on the Delta State Government to speak up and hold those responsible accountable,” he stated.
He also raised concerns about the safety of residents, especially young girls in the community. According to him, incidents like this could create fear among parents and guardians.
“Children go to school in Ozoro,” he added. “How can parents feel safe sending their daughters there if this is what is happening under the guise of a festival?”
As reactions continued to pour in, many Nigerians echoed similar concerns. They called for urgent reforms, better security at public events, and increased awareness about gender-based violence.
Overall, the incident in Ozoro triggered a national conversation about the safety of women and the need for stronger enforcement of laws. It also highlighted the role of community leaders and government officials in preventing such occurrences in the future.
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