BREAKING: Police rescue Adelabu's sister, twin sons three days after abduction in Ibadan

Crime Diary

ABUJA, Nigeria (NPA) — The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the rescue of Mrs Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, younger sister of former Minister of Power and All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, three days after they were abducted in Ibadan.

The victims were rescued during a coordinated operation by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) at about 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Mrs Adegoke John-Paul and her sons were kidnapped on June 3, 2026, while she was driving them to school in the Challenge area of Ibadan South-West Local Government Area of Oyo State.

According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, the rescue followed sustained intelligence gathering, surveillance and tactical operations that enabled investigators to track the movements of the kidnappers.

The police said the operation culminated in a confrontation between the suspects and FID-IRT operatives.

“During the confrontation, two suspected kidnappers were fatally wounded and two rifles were recovered,” the statement said.

The Force added that the victims were rescued unharmed and have been placed in safe custody, where they are receiving medical attention and psychosocial support.

Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, commended the professionalism, courage and resilience of the operatives involved in the operation, noting that their efforts were instrumental in securing the safe release of the hostages.

The police also disclosed that efforts had been intensified to apprehend other members of the kidnapping syndicate who fled during the operation.

According to preliminary intelligence, some of the fleeing suspects escaped with gunshot wounds.

“Operations are ongoing to track, arrest and bring all those involved to justice,” the Force said.

The police thanked members of the public for their cooperation and support during the operation and reiterated their commitment to combating violent crime, protecting lives and property, and ensuring the safety of citizens across the country.

New Post Africa reports that Mrs Adegoke John-Paul, 43, and her twin sons were abducted at about 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday while she was taking the children to school in Ibadan.