Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have neutralised two suspected kidnappers and recovered N2.2 million cash, a single-barrel gun, and other exhibits during a follow-up operation linked to the rescue of an abducted victim. The Command's spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Victim Abducted on June 11 at Ogbe Village
According to Babaseyi, the victim was abducted on June 11, 2026, at Ogbe Village in Ogun State. Upon receiving the report, the Command activated its Anti-Kidnapping Unit, deploying intelligence and tactical resources to secure the victim's release and apprehend the suspects. Through sustained intelligence gathering and strategic surveillance, the victim was eventually released unharmed on June 18, 2026.
Gun Battle at Suspects' Hideout
Determined to bring the perpetrators to justice, operatives intensified follow-up operations and traced members of the gang to their hideout within the state. On sighting the police, the suspects opened fire, prompting a gun duel during which two suspected kidnappers were neutralised, while others escaped with gunshot wounds.
“Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Ogun State Police Command have recorded a major breakthrough in the Command's ongoing war against kidnapping, successfully securing the safe release of an abducted victim, neutralising two suspected kidnappers, and recovering a single-barrel gun, one expended cartridge, a mobile phone, a cash sum of Two Million, Two Hundred Thousand Naira (N2,200,000), and other exhibits linked to the criminal enterprise,” the statement read.
Recovered Items and Ongoing Investigations
A search on one of the neutralised suspects led to the recovery of a single-barrel gun, while further examination of the scene yielded one expended cartridge, a mobile phone, and N2.2 million cash, reasonably suspected to be proceeds of criminal activities. The Command has intensified efforts to track down and apprehend the fleeing gang members, while investigations continue.
Commissioner of Police Commends Operatives
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the gallantry, professionalism, and operational effectiveness of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit. He stated that the success reinforces the Command's resolve to relentlessly pursue kidnappers and other violent criminals. “Members of the public are encouraged to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the Police,” the CP urged.
