The Nigeria Police Force has explained how it rescued Sikirat, the wife of a retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, who was kidnapped late last week Wednesday.
The Force Public Relations Officer and an Assistant Commissioner of Police, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, offered the explanation on Thursday.
The Eagle Online recalls that Mrs. Odumosu was kidnapped at about 9:45pm on January 15, 2025 in the Arepo area of Ogun State.
This was as she wanted to drive into her house.
Four gunmen dragged her out of her Lexus car and took her away through the waterways.
Explaining how Sikirat was rescued, Adejobi tweeted on his X handle: “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.
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“Their efforts culminated in a raid on January 23, 2025, at around 6.45am.
“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 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 four AK-47 rifles, three locally made single barrel rifles, ammunition of various calibres, and the sum of N10 million ransom previously demanded by the kidnappers, further ensuring that justice is served.
“The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, 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.”
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