Police Rescue Adebayo Adelabu's Sister and Twin Nephews in Ibadan
Police Rescue Adebayo Adelabu's Sister, Twin Nephews

A video showing the rescue of Olaide John-Paul, the younger sister of former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu, and her twin sons by the Nigeria Police Force has gone viral on social media.

Rescue After Three Days in Captivity

John-Paul and her sons regained their freedom on Saturday, June 6, 2026, after spending three days in the hands of their abductors. The victims were ambushed and kidnapped by armed men on Wednesday in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo state.

Dramatic Operation Captured on Video

The police operation, which has now gone viral, shows security operatives storming the location where the victims were held. The video, shared on X (formerly Twitter), has sparked widespread reactions from Nigerians.

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The rescue brings an end to the ordeal that began when the victims were seized while traveling in Ibadan. Further details about the operation and the condition of the rescued individuals are expected to emerge soon.

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