Outrage over Delta 'rape festival' as police arrest organiser, 4 others

Outrage has trailed scenes from a festival in Delta State, as police confirmed the arrest of the event’s organiser and four other suspects over the assault. The event has been referred to as a 'Rape Festival'.

Outrage has followed scenes from a festival in Delta State, Nigeria, dubbed the ‘Rape Festival’. According to Daily Trust, police in Delta State confirmed the arrest of the event’s organiser and four other suspects over assaults at the event. No further details on the incident or the identities of those arrested were provided. The report was published on March 20, 2026. The matter has sparked public backlash, though no additional statements from police or organisers were mentioned. Delta State is located in southern Nigeria.

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