The Nigeria Police Force has shared details on how its operatives in Ogun State rescued the wife of a retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, who was abducted at her home in Arepo, Ogun State, last Thursday.
In a statement released by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, it was revealed that Mrs. Odumosu was freed in the early hours of Thursday after spending seven days in captivity.
Reports from Afriksblog confirmed that Mrs. Odumosu was abducted by four masked men last Thursday night. The assailants attacked her, forcibly pulled her out of her Lexus Jeep, and drove away with her around 10 pm.
Explaining the rescue operation, Adejobi stated that the anti-kidnapping unit of the Ogun State Police Command, using detailed intelligence, tracked the kidnappers to a creek located in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State.
According to him, the kidnappers engaged the police in a gunfight when they arrived, but the officers overpowered them with their tactical response.
Adejobi disclosed that during the confrontation, two kidnappers were killed, while four others fled. The victim, however, was safely rescued without any injuries.
He said, “In a commendable and swift operation, the Ogun State Police Command successfully neutralized the kidnappers of Mrs. Odumosu, the wife of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, and ensured her safe rescue.
“The operation, led by intelligence and precision, took place on January 23, 2025, at around 6:45 am. The officers tracked the kidnappers to a creek in the swampy Ikorodu area, where they were reportedly planning another attack.
“When the operatives reached the location, the kidnappers opened fire, prompting a shootout. Two kidnappers were neutralized during the exchange, while four others managed to escape, abandoning their weapons. The team successfully rescued Mrs. Odumosu from the creeks, unharmed.”
Adejobi added that the police recovered items during the operation, including AK-47 rifles, locally made single-barrel guns, and N10 million.
He also commended the operatives for their bravery and confirmed that the victim had been reunited with her family.
“She is currently undergoing medical checks as a precautionary measure and has been safely reunited with her loved ones.
“The team recovered four AK-47 rifles, three locally fabricated single-barrel rifles, various ammunition, and N10 million ransom, which was demanded by the kidnappers. This ensures that justice prevails,” Adejobi said.
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, praised the Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Lanre Ogunlowo, and his team for their outstanding bravery during the operation.
