Dramatic Video of Police Confronting Adelabu Sister's Abductors in Deadly Operation Goes Viral
- Ex-Minister Adebayo Adelabu's sister, Olaide John-Paul, and her sons were rescued by men of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) after three days in captivity
- Two suspected kidnappers were reportedly killed during the rescue operation in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital
- Nigerians have expressed mixed reactions to the viral rescue operation footage shared on social media platforms
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Ibadan, Oyo state - Olaide John-Paul, the younger sister of Adebayo Adelabu, former minister of power, and her twin sons have been rescued by the police.
According to Premium Times, John-Paul and her sons regained freedom on Saturday, June 6, after three days in captivity after they were ambushed and abducted by some armed men on Wednesday, June 3, in Ibadan, Oyo state capital.
Source: Twitter
Channels Television reported that police sources said the rescue operation was conducted at about 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6. According to the sources, two suspected kidnappers were killed during a gunfight with police operatives, while two firearms were recovered from the criminal gang.
A statement released by Anthony Placid, the force public relations officer (FPRO), stated that efforts are ongoing to track, arrest, and bring all involved in the abduction to justice.
The statement read:
"The rescue was achieved through sustained intelligence gathering, surveillance, and tactical operations. These efforts enabled investigators to track the kidnappers’ movements, resulting in a confrontation with FID-IRT operatives.
"During the confrontation, two suspected kidnappers were fatally wounded, and two rifles were recovered. The victims were rescued unharmed and are now in safe custody, receiving medical care and support."
The police's statement added:
"The Nigeria Police Force appreciates the public’s support, cooperation, and patience during the operation. We remain committed to combating violent crime, protecting lives and property, and ensuring the safety of all citizens."
The video of the operation, which has now gone viral, can be watched below via X (formerly Twitter):
Source: Twitter
Adelabu: Nigerians react to rescue video
Meanwhile, several Nigerians on X have reacted to the video showing the rescue operation involving the Adelabu family. Adelabu was a governorship aspirant in the recent governorship primary election of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo state, which he lost to Senator Sarafadeen Alli.
Legit.ng captured some comments below:
@Veryslimguy1 wrote on X:
"Let them put the same Intel and energy on a common Nigerian being kidnapped and set a good example to the kidnappers without court hearing."
@Afegbua_01 wrote on X:
"Kidnappers kept them in a comfortable place just for you to come and get them. Make it make sense. We can’t continue to be deceiving ourselves."
@yungobna commented on X:
"If they explain this country to you, you still won't comprehend it. Let them use the same Intel used here to also rescue the poor families stuck in the bush."
@King_Bosy said on X:
"Crime has no religion or tribe. We need to apologise to Fulanis for constantly blaming them for every kidnapping that happens in this country."
@Mz_Tosyn tweeted:
"They believed they kidnapped Adelabu’s sister and the twins, but they didn’t believe the rescue video because they are allergic to positive news."
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Oyo Assembly rejects bandit negotiations
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Oyo legislators strongly rejected suggestions to negotiate with bandits who abducted teachers and students in Esiele community in Oriire local government area of the state.
The lawmakers urged the ministry of education, science and rtechnology, and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to immediately conduct security audits of schools located near forests and border settlements across the state.
Source: Legit.ng
