Oyo government demolishes kidnappers’ hideout after rescue operation
Three-bedroom bungalow used by kidnappers in Oyo State has been demolished by the government. The action came after the rescue of Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, sister of Bayo Adelabu, and her twin children, Peter and Paul. The state Commissioner for Works and Transport, Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, led the demolition with police officers and other officials present. Several suspects have been arrested, and authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant.
What happened
- The Oyo State Government demolished a bungalow in Lako Community, Oluyole Local Government Area, used as a kidnappers’ hideout.
- Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her twin children were rescued after being abducted at Elewura in the Challenge area of Ibadan South West Local Government Area.
- The state Commissioner of Police, Oluwagbemiga Abimbola, paraded four suspects arrested in connection with the abduction at the command headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan.
- Items recovered from the suspects included firearms, ammunition, a vehicle, charms, and other materials.
- The government revoked the land and warned property owners and residents to be vigilant and report suspicious activities.
