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Gunmen Abduct Adelabu’s Sister, Twin Sons in Ibadan

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Promise Odejide

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Unknown gunmen have abducted Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the younger sister of former Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu, along with her 12-year-old twin sons in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The abduction occurred on Wednesday morning while she was reportedly taking the children to school.

Abduction Along School Route

According to a statement issued by Adelabu’s media aide, Comrade Femi Awogboro, the incident happened at about 7:30 a.m. on June 3, 2026.

Mrs. John-Paul, 43, was travelling with her twin sons, Peter and Paul, when the gunmen intercepted them and whisked them away.

The family confirmed the incident and described it as a distressing development.

Family Speaks on Victim

The statement noted that Mrs. John-Paul is the youngest of five children of Mrs. Olufunmilayo Aduke Adegoke Adelabu.

She reportedly retired voluntarily last year from her roles at the Central Bank of Nigeria and First Bank Pension Custodian before relocating to Ibadan with her children.

According to the family, she was making arrangements to join her husband, Mr. John Paul, in the United States before the incident occurred.

Security Agencies Launch Investigation

The family said security and law enforcement agencies were immediately notified after the abduction.

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

Authorities are currently working to secure the release of the victims and track down those responsible for the abduction.

Appeal for Calm

Chief Adelabu and members of the family expressed confidence in the efforts of security agencies and appealed to the public to avoid spreading unverified information that could affect ongoing rescue operations.

They also called on Nigerians to support the family through prayers and urged anyone with useful information to contact the nearest police station or relevant security agencies.

 

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