The family of a former Minister of Energy, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has reacted to the rescue of his sister, Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, and her twin sons: Peter and Paul, during which one of many kidnappers fell from the roof of the home the place they had been stored.
The Adelabu’s Media Aide, Comrade Femi Awogboro, made the place of the family recognized in an announcement after their rescue.
The rescue operation was carried out by operatives of the Nigeria Police Pressure on Saturday night time.
In keeping with the Pressure Public Relations Officer and a Deputy Superintendent of Police, DSP Anthony Placid, operatives of the Pressure Intelligence Division Intelligence Response Workforce (FID-IRT) carried out the rescue operation at about 7:30pm in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
Whereas two of the abductors had been neutralised, some others escaped with bullet wounds.
Reacting in an announcement on Sunday morning after the reunification of the kidnapped family members with others, Awogboro stated: “The family of Chief Adebayo Adelabu needs to precise its deepest gratitude and appreciation to Almighty God and to all Nigerians whose prayers, help, encouragement, and concerted efforts culminated within the profitable rescue of Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul and her twin sons, Peter and Paul, who had been just lately kidnapped and held in captivity.
“We’re delighted to announce that the victims have been rescued safely and are in good situation. This end result is a testomony to the facility of collective motion, unwavering dedication, and the resilience of our safety establishments when adequately supported by residents and authorities in any respect ranges.
“We significantly prolong our profound appreciation to His Excellency, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, for his concern and dedication to the safety and welfare of all Nigerians. We additionally respect the Government Governor of Oyo State for his help, concern, and cooperation all through this troublesome interval. We’re equally grateful to the Inspector-Basic of Police, the management of the Nigeria Police Pressure Headquarters, the Oyo State Police Command, and the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State, for his or her professionalism, diligence, and tireless efforts all through the operation.
“Our honest appreciation additionally goes to the Director-Basic of the Division of State Providers (DSS), the officers and males of the Service on the nationwide headquarters in Abuja, as properly as the Oyo State Directorate below the management of the State Director, whose dedication and intelligence-driven operations contributed immensely to the profitable end result.
“The family additionally expresses gratitude to the Nationwide Management of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Oyo State Chapter of the get together, APC leaders and stalwarts throughout the nation, authorities functionaries, political associates, pals, family members, non secular leaders, conventional rulers, group leaders, and numerous well-meaning Nigerians who stood firmly with us.
“We’re significantly touched by the overwhelming outpouring of solidarity demonstrated by means of visits, phone calls, messages, prayers, and phrases of encouragement. Your help supplied power and hope to the family during one of the difficult moments of our lives.
“Whereas we have fun this protected rescue, our ideas and prayers stay with different victims of kidnapping and their households who’re nonetheless enduring the ache and uncertainty of captivity. We fervently pray that Almighty God, in His infinite mercy, will grant them freedom and reunite them safely with their family members.
“This expertise has as soon as once more demonstrated that insecurity is a problem that transcends partisan politics, ethnic affiliations, non secular variations, and social standing. It’s a widespread enemy that requires collective vigilance, cooperation, and collaboration amongst authorities establishments, safety businesses, political leaders, group stakeholders, and residents alike.
“Collectively, we are able to construct a nation the place each citizen feels protected, protected, and free to pursue official aspirations with out concern. With sustained cooperation and help for our safety businesses, Nigeria can and can grow to be a safer place for all.
“As a individuals, we should proceed to unite towards criminality in all its varieties and help each real effort geared toward preserving lives and property throughout our nation.
“Could Almighty God proceed to guard our safety personnel, bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria, grant freedom to all these nonetheless in captivity, and make our beloved nation a liveable, peaceable, safe, and affluent residence for each citizen.
“Thanks.”
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