{
  "id": 19120312,
  "title": "Gov Abiodun commends DSS DG, IGP for rescue of kidnap victims, vows to eliminate criminals",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/gov-abiodun-commends-dss-dg-igp-for-rescue-of-kidnap-victims-vows-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T07:19:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/09/gov-abiodun-commends-dss-dg-igp-for-rescue-of-kidnap-victims-vows-to-eliminate-criminals/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has lauded the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, and the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Ridwan Disu, for their contributions in rescuing 10 passengers who were abducted from a commercial vehicle near Orita Fufu, Awa-Ijebu, in Ijebu North-East Local Government Area. Abiodun specifically praised Mr Ajayi for supplying crucial intelligence and advanced security equipment, which were instrumental in tracking the kidnappers and executing the rescue mission. He also recognized the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Ridwan Disu, for his timely directives and swift actions that mobilized the Ogun State Police Command and other law enforcement agencies, leading to the safe release of the victims. In a statement, the Governor pledged that his administration would not tolerate any part of the state becoming a refuge for criminals, assuring the public that the government was ramping up efforts to eradicate criminal elements in Ogun State. He warned that anyone posing a threat to the safety of residents and commuters would face relentless pursuit until they are held accountable. The Governor also appealed to residents to assist security agencies by providing accurate and timely information about any suspicious activities in their neighborhoods. He emphasized his administration's commitment to working closely with security forces and providing them with the necessary resources to safeguard lives and property throughout the state. The Governor urged the public to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement officials, asserting that community participation and prompt reporting were crucial in preventing crime and maintaining peace in Ogun State.",
  "summary": "Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, MON, and the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Ridwan Disu, for their roles in the safe rescue of 10 passengers abducted from a commercial vehicle around Orita Fufu, Awa-Ijebu, in Ijebu North-East Local Government […] Gov Abiodun commends DSS…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "This Day",
        "title": "One Suspect Killed, Another Arrested in Rescue Operation of 10 Kidnapped Victims, Gov Abiodun Commends DSS DG, IGP",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/one-suspect-killed-another-arrested-in-rescue-operation-of-10",
        "published": "2026-11-09T08:08:53.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}