Miss Abolarin Tomisin, a 300-level Law student at the University of Ibadan (UI), and seven other individuals who were abducted while returning from a national conference in Imo State have regained their freedom after 22 days in captivity. The Students Union President, Temidayo Adeboye, confirmed the release in a statement on Monday, July 6, 2026.
Official Confirmation of Release
According to Adeboye, the development followed official confirmation from the relevant authorities and representatives of the organisation involved. He stated that the freed victims are currently undergoing necessary post-release procedures before returning to their respective destinations.
“We have been assured that our student will safely return to the university community soon,” Adeboye said. He commended the security agencies, the university management, the leadership of the Scripture Union, and all those whose efforts contributed to the successful release of the victims.
Gratitude and Support
The union also expressed appreciation to members of the university community for their prayers, patience, solidarity, and support throughout the period of the student’s captivity. “As we celebrate this welcome news, we remain grateful to God and pray for the complete healing, restoration and well-being of everyone affected,” the statement added.
Details of the Abduction
The victims, including the Director-General of the Scripture Union Nigeria, Uwem Cosmas, were abducted along the Imo-Anambra boundary on June 14, 2026, while returning from the Scripture Union national conference held at the Camp of Faith in Okigwe, Imo State. Adeboye had earlier disclosed that she was travelling with the National General Director of the Scripture Union Student Fellowship, Uwem Cosmos, and other conference participants when they were kidnapped.
Clarification on Victim Identity
He also clarified that the victim, who serves as the National Secretary of the Scripture Union Student Fellowship and Vice-President of the UI chapter, was the only University of Ibadan student among those abducted, contrary to reports on social media suggesting otherwise.
Emotional Thanksgiving After Release
A video circulating after the release captured emotional scenes of praise, worship, and prayers of thanksgiving as the freed victims joined fellow believers in expressing gratitude to God for preserving their lives throughout the difficult ordeal.
