The wife of former Assistant Inspector General, Hakeem Odumosu, Mrs. Folasade Odumosu, has been rescued by police operatives after being abducted on January 16, 2025.¹ The abduction occurred at the entrance of her residence in Arepo, Ogun State, where four masked gunmen forcibly took her from her Lexus Jeep.
Key Points:
- Rescue Operation: Police operatives engaged in a gun duel with the abductors in the swampy area of Ikorodu
- Abductors Neutralized: Two of the kidnappers were neutralized, and the N10 million ransom initially paid was recovered.
- Medical Evaluation: Mrs. Odumosu is currently undergoing medical evaluation and has been reunited with her family.
- Police Commitment: The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, commended the police operatives for their gallantry in the successful operation, reaffirming the Police Force’s commitment to safeguarding citizens and combating kidnapping and violent crimes.
Source: Punch
