The Ogun State Police Command has successfully neutralized the kidnappers of Mrs. Odumosu, the wife of retired Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) Hakeem Odumosu, and rescued her unharmed.
This was confirmed in a statement released by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
The operation also led to the recovery of the N10 million ransom that was previously demanded by the kidnappers.
“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,” the statement noted.
With the support of technical intelligence platforms from the Force Headquarters, police operatives in Ogun State conducted extensive surveillance of the creeks surrounding Arepo to gather crucial information that would lead them to the kidnappers.
Their efforts culminated in a raid on January 23, 2025, at approximately 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,” the statement continued.
The statement confirmed that Mrs. Odumosu was rescued unharmed from the swampy area and is now undergoing a medical evaluation as a precaution.
“The victim, Mrs. Odumosu, was rescued within the swampy creeks during the operation, unharmed. She is currently undergoing medical evaluation as a precautionary measure and has since been reunited with her family,” the statement confirmed.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, praised the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, and his team for their successful operation.
“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,” IGP Egbetokun remarked.
