Wife of retired AIG Odumosu abducted in Ogun

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The wife of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, has been abducted from her home in the Arepo area of Ogun State.

The incident occurred late Thursday night, when four masked men reportedly stormed the residence, dragged the victim from her Lexus Jeep, and drove off with her.

The Ogun State Police Command confirmed the abduction in a statement issued on Friday, noting that an investigation is underway to locate the victim and apprehend the perpetrators.

Details of the incident remain scarce, but sources suggest the kidnappers were heavily armed.

Authorities have assured the public that all efforts are being made to secure her safe return and bring those responsible to justice.

The spokesperson for the command, Omolola Odutola, said “Information was received regarding the kidnapping of Mrs Odumosu, resident of Aminu Street, Arepo.

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“Reports indicate that she was about to enter her home when four masked men attacked her, dragged her from her jeep and took her through the swamp to an unknown location.

“The divisional police officer has led a team of policemen to the scene where they are currently searching for the swampy bush area.

“The CP, Lanre Ogunlowo, PhD, has been briefed, and all covert operations have been deployed to assist with digital intelligence to ensure she is rescued unhurt.”

Odutola revealed that local chiefs from Warewa and Maaba have been contacted to deploy their community security teams to aid in the ongoing search for the abducted woman.

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