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Oyo Horror: Gunmen Abduct Ex-Power Minister Adelabu’s Sister, Two Children


Suspected gunmen have abducted the sister of a former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

This is happening barely 18 days after bandits kidnapped pupils and teachers from Community Grammar School, Baptist Nursery and Primary School, and L.A. Primary School at Esiele and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, on May 15, 2026. 

The family of former minister confirmed the abduction, adding that Mrs. Olaide John-Paul and her 12-year-old twin sons were kidnapped by the gunmen on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

A statement issued by Adelabu’s media aide, Femi Awogboro, revealed that the victims were kidnapped at about 7:30 a.m. while Mrs. John-Paul was taking her children to school, leaving the family in distress.

Mrs. John-Paul, who is the youngest of five children of Mrs. Olufunmilayo Aduke Adegoke Adelabu, reportedly retired voluntarily from her career at First Bank Pension Custodian in 2025 before relocating to Ibadan with her children.

She was said to be making arrangements to join her husband, who had earlier relocated to the US.

While expressing disappointment over the development, the family added that security agencies had already commenced efforts to rescue the victims and apprehend those responsible.

"We are pleased to confirm that security operatives have swung into action and preliminary investigations have commenced in earnest," the statement read.

While appealing for calm, the family urged members of the public to refrain from spreading unverified information that could undermine ongoing rescue operations.

'We are deeply distressed by this unfortunate incident, but remain hopeful that the victims will be rescued safely. We appeal to the public to remain calm, avoid speculation and support ongoing efforts with prayers,” the statement added.

The family called on anyone with useful information that could aid the rescue operation to promptly share such intelligence with security agencies through the appropriate channels.

To this end, the family promised to cooperate fully with law enforcement authorities and provide updates as investigations and rescue efforts progress.

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