Abducted Ogun passengers regain freedom

Ten passengers, including a former National Youth Service Corps member, were freed after being abducted on Tuesday along the Ijebu-Ode–Ibadan Road in Ogun State. The armed group demanded a N25 million ransom for the release of the victims, who were traveling in a commercial bus when they were intercepted by the gunmen. One corps member managed to escape while the other remained captive.

Two individuals were killed and five were injured during a police operation to rescue the passengers. Police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi revealed that the victims were released unharmed at 8:30 p.m. on November 7, 2026. During the operation, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit engaged in a gun battle with the suspected kidnappers, resulting in the neutralization of one suspect and the escape of others with gunshot wounds.

Police recovered an AK-47 rifle, 20 rounds of ammunition, ₦1,376,800 in cash, and a mobile phone from the hideout. The police have intensified efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects and encourage the public to report any suspicious activities involving gunshot wounds.