Mrs Folasade Odumosu, the wife of the former Assistant Inspector General, Hakeem Odumosu has regained freedom from her abductors through the efforts of the Nigerian Police Force operatives.
The Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, confirming the development on Thursday, said the operatives engaged the kidnappers in gun combat, overpowered and neutralized them and recovered the sum of ten million naira, including admonitions.
Adejobi disclosed that the technical assistance of intelligence platforms provided by Force Headquarters helped the police operatives in Ogun State to successfully confront the abductors of Odumosu in the swampy area of Ikorodu on Wednesday, where they engaged them in a fierce gun battle before neutralizing all the criminals.
He also added that Mrs Odumosu reunited with her family after she regained her freedom, meanwhile, she is currently receiving medical attention in an undisclosed hospital.
The statement read, “In a commendable display of teamwork and swift action, police operatives attached to the Ogun State Command have successfully neutralized the kidnappers of Mrs. Odumosu, wife of Retired Assistant-Inspector General, AIG Hakeem Odumosu, and rescued her unharmed.
“On January 16, 2025, at approximately 9:45 PM, four masked gunmen forcibly abducted Mrs. Odumosu from her Lexus Jeep outside her residence in Arepo, Ogun State. The abduction sparked an immediate response from the anti-kidnapping unit of the Ogun State Police Command, who commenced a thorough investigation and targeted pursuit of the kidnappers.
“With the support of the Force Headquarters technical intelligence platforms, the Ogun State police operatives engaged in extensive surveillance of the creeks surrounding Arepo, gathering crucial information to track down the assailants. Their efforts culminated in a raid on January 23, 2025, at around 06:45 AM. The intelligence-led operation took the police to a creek in the swampy area of Ikorodu, where the kidnappers were reportedly planning their next attack.
“Upon arrival, the operatives encountered the kidnappers, who opened fire. In the ensuing confrontation, two of the gunmen were neutralized, while four others fled the scene, abandoning their operational weapons.”
Following the gallantry and intelligent display of the Nigerian Police force operatives, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD has commanded the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo and the team who carried out the successful rescue mission.
He also reiterated the commitment of the Nigerian Police Force to safeguarding the lives and properties of Nigerians. He said “This operation exemplifies the dedication and resilience of our Police officers. The Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its mission to combat kidnapping and other violent crimes, providing safety and security to all citizens.”
