Police Foil Kidnap Plot of Chinese National in Ogun, Arrest Two

Police in Ogun State, Nigeria, have successfully thwarted an alleged kidnapping attempt targeting a Chinese national, apprehending two individuals believed to be involved in the planned operation. The suspects, identified as Chinedu Onwuemena, 41, and Jimoh Ojo, 37, were arrested on June 9, 2026, following credible intelligence about an imminent abduction along the Ijebu-Ode/Odogbolu Expressway.

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Acting on the intelligence, the Divisional Police Officer immediately mobilised operatives of the Division, including the Surveillance Team, to the identified axis, where the suspects were promptly intercepted and arrested, thereby thwarting the execution of the planned crime.

According to DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, spokesperson for the Ogun State Police Command, the Divisional Police Officer of Obalende Division quickly mobilized surveillance and operational teams upon receiving the intelligence. These teams intercepted and arrested the suspects, thereby preventing the crime from being executed.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects conspired to abduct the Chinese national and demand a ransom of ₦50 million. Chinedu Onwuemena, who reportedly worked as an interpreter and driver within the victim's company, is alleged to have exploited his position to aid the kidnapping plot. The police are also seeking a third accomplice who is currently at large.

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Further findings showed that Chinedu Onwuemena, who worked within the company environment as an interpreter and driver, allegedly exploited his position to facilitate the criminal plan.

Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni commended the officers for their swift and professional response, emphasizing the critical role of timely intelligence in crime prevention. He reassured the public and business community of the command's commitment to proactive, intelligence-led policing and urged citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.

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He also highlighted the importance of timely intelligence in preventing crime and strengthening security across the state. Ojajuni reassured residents and members of the business community of the command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing and proactive crime prevention.