Video footage has emerged showing the moments operatives of the Nigeria Police Force breached a kidnappers’ hideout to rescue Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul.
In the video, operatives are seen entering the criminal den during a late-night operation on Saturday.
One of the suspected kidnappers attempted to escape through the ceiling before being shot in the leg by operatives, who ordered him to climb down.
The victims, who include the younger sister of former Minister of Power Chief Adebayo Adelabu, were freed unharmed around 7:30 p.m. during the tactical operation in Oyo State.
Mrs. John-Paul and her twins were abducted around 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 3, 2026, while traveling to drop the children off at school. Following the abduction, sustained intelligence tracking and operational pressure by security forces forced a direct confrontation with the syndicate.
During the exchange of fire, two suspected kidnappers were fatally wounded at the scene, and two firearms were recovered from the gang.
“The victims were rescued alive and are currently receiving medical evaluation,” a security officer disclosed. “Our operatives are combing nearby areas for fleeing members of the syndicate, some of whom are believed to have escaped with gunshot wounds.”
The statement from the police reads:
PRESS RELEASE NIGERIA POLICE FORCE CONFIRMS SAFE RESCUE OF ABDUCTED WOMAN AND HER TWIN SONS
The Nigeria Police Force announces the successful rescue of Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, who were abducted on June 3, 2026, in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The hostages were rescued during a coordinated operation by the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) in Ibadan at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
Mrs. Adegoke and her children were abducted while she was driving them to school at about 7:30 a.m. on June 3, 2026. 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 Inspector-General of Police commends the courage, professionalism, and effectiveness of the FID-IRT operatives and all officers involved. Their resilience and commitment were instrumental in the safe rescue of the hostages.
Security operatives have intensified efforts in the area to apprehend fleeing members of the kidnapping syndicate. Preliminary intelligence indicates that some suspects escaped with gunshot injuries. Operations are ongoing to track, arrest, and bring all involved to justice.
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.
DCP ANTHONY OKON PLACID, psc (+), mnipr, mni Force Public Relations Officer Force Headquarters, Abuja 6th June,2026
On Friday, prior to the rescue, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde paid a visit to Chief Adebayo Adelabu to offer reassurance and pledge the state’s full support in securing the release of his relatives.
The incident occurred a few weeks after a separate mass abduction involving over 40 students and teachers in the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
