The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed that its operatives, working alongside local hunters and other security agencies, have killed three suspected kidnappers and rescued a man abducted in the Otu area of Oke-Ogun, Oyo State.
According to a statement released on Tuesday by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, the operation was triggered by a distress call received on May 25, 2026, after local hunters reportedly came under attack while on an expedition in the area.
The police said the attackers opened fire on the hunters, prompting an emergency response from a joint security team.
“Acting swiftly on the intelligence received, a response team comprising police operatives, local hunters, and other security agencies was immediately mobilised to the scene,” the statement said.
On arrival, the suspected kidnappers engaged the security operatives in a gun battle. The police said superior coordination and firepower led to the neutralisation of three suspects.
“Through superior tactical response and coordinated effort, the criminals were successfully overpowered,” the command stated.
During the operation, a kidnapped victim identified as 50-year-old Mosudi Gbolagade—who was abducted from Okaka and held in the Otu area—was rescued.
He reportedly sustained gunshot injuries during the exchange of fire and was taken to a medical facility for treatment.
Security operatives also recovered an AK-47 rifle without ammunition, a single-barreled gun, and a machete from the scene.
The command further confirmed that one of the participating local hunters was injured and is currently receiving treatment.
The Commissioner of Police in Oyo State commended the operatives and local hunters for their role in the operation, describing it as a demonstration of effective collaboration in tackling insecurity.
He also reaffirmed the command’s commitment to sustained operations against criminal groups, urging residents to continue providing timely and credible intelligence to security agencies.
