The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has commended the Nigeria Police Force for their efforts in rescuing Mrs. Folashade Odumusu, the wife of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumusu, who was recently kidnapped.
In a statement, the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, confirmed that the rescue operation was successfully carried out within a week. The mission resulted in the safe release of the victim, unharmed, alongside the neutralisation of some kidnappers, the recovery of weapons, and the retrieval of ransom paid.
Peter Obi, in a statement via X on Friday, praised the professionalism displayed by the Ogun State Police Command. He described the operation as an example of how effective the police can be when properly supported.
“I commend the Nigeria Police for their swift and effective response in rescuing Mrs. Folashade Odumusu, the wife of retired AIG Hakeem Odumusu, who was kidnapped just a few days ago. The operation, conducted within a week, highlights their capacity to act decisively when motivated.
“What stands out is the precision with which the rescue mission was executed. It not only led to the safe release of the victim, unharmed, but also resulted in the neutralisation of some kidnappers, the recovery of weapons, and the retrieval of the ransom. Such a professional outcome deserves high praise,” Obi stated.
The Ogun State Police Command expressed gratitude for the technical support received from the Force Headquarters and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who showed exceptional interest in the case. The Inspector General also commended the Ogun Command for dismantling the criminal network behind the abduction.
Obi noted that the success of this operation demonstrates the impact of proper leadership and motivation in combating crime in the country.
“This incident offers hope. It proves that these issues can be tackled effectively if security personnel are well-resourced, supported, and committed to their responsibilities,” he wrote.
However, Obi urged the police to extend similar urgency and professionalism to cases involving ordinary Nigerians, whose plights often go unnoticed.
“Many innocent citizens remain victims of abduction, languishing in captivity without rescue efforts reaching them,” he said.
He described the successful operation as evidence of the potential within Nigeria’s security structure when given the right management and prioritisation.
