A man identified as Opeyemi drowns after jumping into a river to escape suspected cultists in Lagos State. All reports place the incident around Mile 12, specifically near the Agility area, and describe the man entering the water while being pursued.
The outlets attribute the chase to alleged cult activity, with police sources cited in one account saying Opeyemi is attacked and flees into the river for refuge. One version notes that the suspected cultists prevent rescue attempts, while another focuses on the drowning following the chase into the river. Across the coverage, the key common elements are the identification of the victim, the location in Mile 12, the alleged pursuit by cultists, and the drowning after he enters the water.
The reporting is based on accounts provided by sources and does not add further verified details on the investigation, the identity or actions of the alleged attackers, or whether authorities make arrests in these reports.
