Insider Betrayal: Family Aide Exposed in Ex-Minister Adelabu's Sister Kidnap

A shocking revelation has emerged in the kidnapping case of Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul. According to the Oyo State Police Command, a personal assistant attached to a member of Adelabu's family allegedly collaborated with the kidnappers, providing crucial information that facilitated the abduction. This startling disclosure was made by the Command's Public Relations Officer, CSP Olayinka Ayanlade, during a recent appearance on Channels TV. Preliminary investigations have uncovered evidence of an insider connection, suggesting that the kidnapping was not entirely the work of external criminal elements, but involved individuals familiar with the family's movements and routines. The victims were abducted on June 3, 2026, along the Elewura area of Ring Road in Ibadan while Mrs. Adegoke John-Paul was taking her children to school. The incident sparked widespread concern and prompted an intensive rescue operation by security agencies. Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force launched a coordinated manhunt, gathering intelligence, conducting surveillance, and deploying security personnel tactically. The operation led investigators to the kidnappers' hideout, resulting in a fierce confrontation between security operatives and the suspected kidnappers. Two of the suspects were killed, while several others were arrested. The rescue mission was successful, with the victims being rescued unharmed and reunited with their family. Ayanlade commended the efforts of security personnel involved in the operation, describing it as a major breakthrough in the fight against kidnapping and violent crime in the state. The Oyo State Police Command has urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies, emphasizing that public cooperation is crucial in combating kidnapping and other forms of organized crime. As security experts have warned, many recent abduction cases involve individuals with prior knowledge of victims' movements, residences, and financial status. The police are working to identify all those involved in the conspiracy and ensure they are prosecuted. The rescue of the former minister's sister and her children comes amid growing concerns over insecurity in parts of the country, where kidnapping for ransom continues to pose a major security challenge despite intensified efforts by law enforcement agencies.