The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has commended the Nigeria Police for their role in rescuing Mrs Folashade Odumusu, the wife of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumusu, who was recently kidnapped.
Earlier, PUNCH Online reported that Mrs Odumusu was rescued by the police, as announced in a statement on Thursday in Abuja by the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi.
The operation, conducted within a week, resulted in the safe release of the victim, unharmed, alongside the neutralisation of some kidnappers and the recovery of weapons and ransom.
Obi, in a statement on Friday via X, praised the professionalism demonstrated by the Ogun State Police Command, noting that the rescue mission showcased the police’s capability to act effectively when properly motivated.
“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 also 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 IGP commended the Ogun Command for dismantling the criminal network behind the abduction.
This success, according to Obi, underscores the impact of proper leadership and motivation in tackling crime.
“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 further described the successful operation as a testament to the potential of Nigeria’s security architecture when managed and prioritised effectively.
