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Two kidnappers killed during rescue of ex-minister Adelabu’s relatives — Police

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  • Police in Ibadan, Nigeria, killed two suspected kidnappers during a rescue operation for relatives of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu.
  • The victims, Adelabu's younger sister Olaide John-Paul and her twin sons, were abducted three days prior and were rescued unharmed.
  • The operation involved the Force Intelligence Department's Intelligence Response Team, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend fleeing suspects.

Authorities in Ibadan, Nigeria, have reported the killing of two suspected kidnappers during a successful operation to rescue relatives of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu. The victims, Olaide John-Paul, Adelabu's younger sister, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, were safely recovered.

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.

— DCP Anthony PlacidDescribing the police operation that led to the rescue

The abduction occurred three days prior as the family was en route to school. The Nigeria Police Force's Intelligence Response Team (IRT) of the Force Intelligence Department conducted a late-night operation on Saturday, tracking the kidnappers' movements through sustained intelligence gathering and surveillance. The rescue mission culminated in a confrontation with the specialized tactical team.

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.

— DCP Anthony PlacidConfirming the outcome of the confrontation and the victims' condition

During the exchange, two suspected kidnappers sustained fatal injuries, and two rifles were recovered. The victims were found unharmed and are now receiving medical care and support. The Inspector-General of Police commended the IRT operatives for their courage, precision, and resilience in ensuring the safe return of the hostages.

Their resilience and commitment were instrumental in the safe rescue of the hostages.

— Inspector-General of PolicePraising the police operatives involved in the rescue

While the immediate family has been secured, police operations are continuing in the area. Intelligence suggests that some members of the kidnapping syndicate escaped with gunshot wounds. Authorities are intensifying efforts to track and arrest all individuals involved in the crime, ensuring they are brought to justice.

Operations are ongoing to track, arrest, and bring all involved to justice.

— DCP Anthony PlacidStating the continued efforts to apprehend all perpetrators
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