Korede Abdullah in Lagos
In a brazen attack, the wife of former Lagos State Commissioner of Police and Assistant-Inspector General (retd), Hakeem Odumosu, has been kidnapped in the Arepo area of Ogun State.
Police spokesperson in Ogun, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident in a statement on Friday, providing details of the abduction.
The kidnappers, donning masks, ambushed Mrs. Odumosu’s vehicle as she approached her residence, dragging her out and whisking her away to an unknown destination.
This daring incident has sent shockwaves through the community, leaving many in a state of panic.
According to her, the victim was about to enter her home when hoodlums accosted her Lexus Jeep, dragging her out and taking her through a swampy area to an unknown location.
The police are currently investigating the incident, and a massive search operation is underway to rescue Mrs. Odumosu and apprehend the perpetrators.
Africa Health Report gathered that the incident occurred on Thursday night.
“The Divisional Police Officer has led a team of officers to the scene, where they are currently searching the swampy bush area.
“The Baale of Warewa and Maaba have been contacted to also deploy local security forces to the riverine area,” Odutola said
