Law enforcement frees sibling and twin children of Adelabu from abductors

In a daring late-night operation on Saturday, June 6, 2026, Nigeria Police Force operatives successfully rescued Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul, at around 7:30 p.m.

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The rescue effort resulted in the neutralization of two suspected kidnappers, who engaged in a gun duel with police operatives, and the recovery of two firearms from the gang.

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The victims, who include the younger sister of former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, were initially abducted on June 3, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m. while en route to drop the children off at school.

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According to police sources, the kidnappers were forced into a confrontation with operatives due to sustained intelligence tracking and tactical pressure, ultimately leading to the successful rescue of the victims.

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Security operatives are currently conducting a search of nearby areas for members of the kidnapping syndicate who may have fled, with some believed to have escaped while suffering from gunshot wounds.

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Further details regarding the rescue operation and the ongoing search for the kidnappers will be provided later.