From Our Correspondent – Abeokuta
Operatives of Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Ogun State Police Command, are said to have neutralized two suspected Fulani kidnappers in a shootout, and arrested a suspected kingpin, Seriki Mohammed Abdullahi, with a suspected gang member Mohammed Bello .
The SUPREME learnt that, the incident happened during an intelligence-led operation that also led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle loaded with ten rounds of 5.6mm ammunition, one single-barrel gun, the sum of One Million Five Hundred Thousand Naira (₦1,500,000) suspected to be ransom proceeds, several mobile phones and a black bag.
The operation was said to have been carried out following sustained intelligence-led investigations into kidnapping of three persons abducted on the 11th of May 2026 at Ipojo Area, Iperin, Atan-Ijebu, Ogun State.
“The victims regained their freedom unharmed on the 14th of May 2026 at about 7:30 p.m after being released by their captors after payment of an unspecified ransom.
“Following the victims release, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad intensified efforts to track down members of the gang responsible for the abduction.
Consequently, on Friday 15th of May 2026 at about 5:00 a.m., operatives acting on credible intelligence stormed the kidnappers’ hideout located along the Ijebu-Ode/Ibadan Road axis of Ogun State.
On sighting the Police operatives, the suspects opened fire, leading to a fierce gun duel.
The operatives responded professionally, resulting in the neutralization of two of the suspected kidnappers, while other members of the gang escaped into the surrounding forest with varying degrees of bullet injuries.
Further intelligence-led follow-up operations led to the arrest of the suspected kingpin, Seriki Mohammed Abdullahi and his gang member, Mohammed Bello alongside recovery of additional incriminating exhibits connected to the criminal operation.
“The corpses of the neutralized suspects have been deposited at a morgue for autopsy in line with standard procedure, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the syndicate.
All recovered exhibits have been secured, while investigation continues to unravel the full network of the gang and facilitate prosecution of the arrested suspects.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the operatives for their gallantry, professionalism, and resilience. The CP reiterated the Command’s unwavering commitment to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes across Ogun State.
He encouraged members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements or criminal activities through the Ogun State Police Command emergency lines: Gateway Shield (Toll-Free): 0800 000 9111; Emergency Lines: 0906 283 7609, 0912 014 1706, 0915 102 7369, 0708 497 2994.
Spokesman for the Command DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed the story.
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