Police successfully rescues Adelabu’s sister and twin sons, eliminates two suspected kidnappers

Officers from the Nigeria Police Force have successfully rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the sister of former Minister of Power and APC gubernatorial candidate in Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, along with her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul. The rescue took place after a late-night operation that involved a gunfight with suspected kidnappers.

According to security sources, the victims were brought to safety around 7:30pm on Saturday, June 6, 2026, three days after they were abducted while heading to school in Ibadan.

During the operation, two alleged kidnappers were killed in a firefight, and two firearms were recovered from the suspects.

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The successful rescue was the result of thorough intelligence gathering, tracking of the suspects’ movements, and coordinated tactical efforts by police forces.

Security officials noted that pressure from the operatives led to a confrontation with the kidnappers, culminating in the safe rescue of the victims without any injuries. A manhunt has been initiated for the remaining members of the gang who fled, with reports indicating that some may have sustained gunshot wounds.

The kidnapping occurred on June 3, when armed individuals intercepted Mrs. John-Paul and her twins as she was driving them to school in Ibadan. Witnesses described the attack as well-planned and reported seeing the assailants take the victims away. A red Toyota Camry was later discovered abandoned at the scene, its doors left open.