Police: How we rescued ex-AIG Odumosu’s wife, recovered N10m ransom

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has disclosed how its operatives rescued Sikirat Odumosu, the wife of retired Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Hakeem Odumosu, in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State.

The Star had reported that Sikirat was kidnapped at her residence in the Arepo area of Ogun State on January 16, 2025.

Speaking on the incident via a statement on Thursday, January 23, 2025, the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said Odumosu’s wife was rescued unhurt by the operatives of the Ogun State Police Command in the early hours of Thursday.

Adejobi disclosed that the police also recovered N10 million ransom which was demanded by the kidnappers.

Adejobi stated: “Police operatives engaged in extensive surveillance of the creeks surrounding Arepo, gathering crucial information to track down the assailants. Their efforts culminated in a raid on January 23, 2025, at about 06:45 a.m. The intelligence-led operation took the police to a creek in the swampy area of Ikorodu where the kidnappers were reportedly planning their next attack.

Police kill kidnappers of AIG Odumosu’s wife, recover ransom

“Upon arrival, the operatives encountered the kidnappers, who opened fire. In the ensuing confrontation, two of the gunmen were neutralized, while four others fled the scene, abandoning their operational weapons.

“The victim, Mrs Odumosu was rescued within the swampy creeks during the operation, unharmed. She is currently undergoing medical evaluation as a precautionary measure and has since been reunited with her family.

“The police also recovered 4 Ak-47 rifles, 3 locally made single barrel rifles, ammunition of various calibers, and the sum of N10,000,000 ransom previously demanded by the kidnappers, further ensuring that justice is served.”

Adejobi said the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has commended the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo, and his operatives for their displayed gallantry in the successful operation.

“This operation exemplifies the dedication and resilience of our Police officers. The Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its mission to combat kidnapping and other violent crimes, providing safety and security to all citizens,” he added.

The Star