- Safiu Kehinde
The Nigerian Police Force have rescued Folashade Odumosu, the wife of former Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu.
This was confirmed by the Force spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement issued on Thursday.
NPO Reported that Folashade was abducted last week Thursday at the entrance of her residence at Arepo, Owode Local Government area of Ogun state.
The kidnappers took the former AIG’s wife through a swampy area to an unknown destination after dragging her out of her Lexus Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).
Following her abduction, Ogun State Police Commissioner, Lanre Ogunlowo, led the operation for the release of the retired AIG’s wife.
Adejobi also recalled how the gang of four masked gunmen had abducted Folashade.
He disclosed that intelligence gathered by the operatives of the Ogun State Police Command led to the discovery of the kidnappers’ hideout at a swampy area of Ikorodu where they were allegedly planning their next attack.
The operatives neutralised two kidnappers during exchange of gunfire after paying the requested N10 million ransom as a bait.
Adejobi, however confirmed the recovery of the ransom as well as four Ak-47 rifles, three locally made single barrel rifles, and ammunition of various calibers.
The statement read in part; “In a commendable display of teamwork and swift action, police operatives attached to the Ogun State Command have successfully neutralised the kidnappers of Mrs. Odumosu, wife of Retired Assistant-Inspector General, AIG Hakeem Odumosu, and rescued her unharmed.
“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.
“With the support of the Force Headquarters technical intelligence platforms, the Ogun State police operatives engaged in extensive surveillance of the creeks surrounding Arepo, gathering crucial information to track down the assailants.
“Their efforts culminated in a raid on January 23, 2025, at around 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 neutralised, while four others fled the scene, abandoning their operational weapons.
“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 police also recovered 4 Ak-47 rifles, 3 locally made single barrel rifles, ammunition of various calibers, and the sum of N10,000,000 ransom previously demanded by the kidnappers, further ensuring that justice is served.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., has commended the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, and his operatives for their displayed gallantry in this 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.”