As Police Raid Kidnappers’ Hideout In Ogun
In an intelligence-led operation, operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have successfully rescued Mrs. Odumosu, wife of retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, from the clutches of her abductors.
The rescue mission, which took place in a remote creek in Ikorodu, left two kidnappers neutralized while four others managed to escape, abandoning their weapons and a ransom of N10 million.
Mrs. Odumosu was abducted outside her residence in Arepo, Ogun State, on January 16, 2025, by four masked gunmen, igniting an intensive search by the Ogun State Police Command.
Acting on credible intelligence, the police launched a pre-dawn raid on January 23, 2025, catching the criminals off guard.
Confirming the operation, Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, praised the swift action of his officers, stating,
This successful rescue mission underscores our unwavering commitment to public safety.
Recovered from the scene were sophisticated firearms, including AK-47 rifles, and the ransom money, ensuring that justice was served.
Authorities confirmed that Mrs Odumosu was found unharmed and has since been reunited with her family after a medical evaluation.
The Inspector-General lauded the Ogun State Commissioner of Police and his team for their bravery, reaffirming the police force’s relentless efforts to combat crime and ensure the safety of all citizens.