Just In: Family Confirms Abduction Of Ex-Power Minister’s Sister, 2 Sons In Ibadan
Written by News Desk on June 3, 2026
Family of former Minister of Power and All Progressives Congress, APC, Chieftain in Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has confirmed that his younger sister, Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, alongside her twin sons, Peter and Paul, we’re kidnapped in the early hours of Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
This is contained in a Statement issued by his Media Aide, Mr Femi Awogboro in Ibadan, Oyo State
According to the statement, Mrs. John-Paul, aged 43, and her 12-year old twins sons were reportedly abducted by armed gunmen at about half past seven in the morning on her way to drop her children at school in Ibadan, describing the incident as unfortunate.
The statement adds that, Immediately the incident was reported, all relevant security and law enforcement agencies were duly contacted.
“We are pleased to confirm that security operatives have swung into action and preliminary investigations have commenced in earnest. Efforts are currently ongoing to ensure the safe rescue of the victims and the apprehension of those responsible for this heinous crime”.
*Chief Adebayo Adelabu and the entire family are deeply distressed by this tragic development but remain hopeful and confident in the capacity of the security agencies to secure the safe release of Mrs. John-Paul and her children”
“The family respectfully appeals to members of the public to remain calm, avoid speculation, and refrain from circulating unverified information that may jeopardize ongoing security operations. We also solicit prayers and support from well-meaning Nigerians during this difficult period.”
“We further urge anyone with useful information that may assist security agencies in their investigation to promptly report such information through the appropriate channels.”
The statement concludes that, the family will continue to cooperate fully with security authorities and will provide further updates as events unfold.
