By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the successful rescue of Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, who were abducted in Ibadan, Oyo State, on June 3, 2026.
The victims were rescued unharmed during a coordinated operation carried out by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) at about 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6.
According to a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, Mrs. Adegoke and her children were kidnapped while she was driving the twins to school at about 7:30 a.m. on June 3.
The police said the rescue followed days of sustained intelligence gathering, surveillance, and tactical operations that enabled investigators to track the kidnappers and locate their hideout.
During the operation, security operatives engaged the suspects in a confrontation, resulting in the fatal wounding of two suspected kidnappers. Two rifles were also recovered from the scene.
The rescued victims were said to be in safe custody and are currently receiving medical attention and necessary support.
The Inspector-General of Police commended the courage, professionalism, and dedication of the FID-IRT operatives and other officers involved in the mission, describing the operation as a testament to the Force’s commitment to protecting lives and combating violent crime.
Meanwhile, security operatives have intensified efforts to apprehend other members of the kidnapping syndicate who escaped during the operation.
Preliminary intelligence indicates that some of the fleeing suspects may have sustained gunshot wounds.
The police assured Nigerians of their continued resolve to track down all those involved and bring them to justice while maintaining the safety and security of citizens across the country.
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