The Oyo State Police Command has stated that a personal assistant associated with the family of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, is believed to have collaborated with kidnappers in the abduction of his sister and her two children in Ibadan.
Police spokesperson, CSP Olayinka Ayanlade, shared this information during an interview on Channels Television, indicating that the investigation has suggested insider participation in the incident that occurred on June 3, 2026.
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He noted that the suspect is accused of providing crucial information that enabled the kidnappers to effectively execute their plans, implying that the abduction involved both external criminals and someone familiar with the family’s routines.
The victims, Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, were taken while she was driving them to school in the Elewura area of Ring Road, Ibadan.
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The incident prompted a significant security response, with operatives coordinating a rescue mission through intelligence, surveillance, and tactical operations.
According to the police, the operation led to the kidnappers’ hideout, resulting in a gunfight that claimed the lives of two suspects, while others were apprehended and are now aiding in the investigation.
Ayanlade confirmed that the victims were rescued unharmed and have been reunited with their family, labeling the outcome as a significant achievement in combating kidnapping in Oyo State.
He also mentioned that investigations are ongoing to identify all parties involved and ensure prosecution, urging residents to stay alert and report any suspicious behavior.
