Gunmen have abducted the sister of former Minister of Power and All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu, alongside her twin sons in Ibadan.
The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday morning in the Challenge area of Ibadan South-West Local Government Area.
An eyewitness told PUNCH Online that the victims were taken at about 7:30 a.m. while the woman was on her way to drop her children at school.
Confirming the development, media aide to Adelabu, Femi Awogboro, said the abducted woman, identified as Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, was seized alongside her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul.
He said the family had already contacted security agencies, adding that efforts were underway to ensure their safe rescue.
According to the statement, “Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, aged 43, was reportedly abducted by armed gunmen at about 7:30 a.m. while on her way to drop her children at school in Ibadan. The abductors also forcefully took away her twin sons who were with her at the time of the incident.”
The family added that security operatives had commenced preliminary investigations and were working to track down the abductors and secure the release of the victims.
They also expressed distress over the incident but said they remained hopeful that security agencies would ensure the safe return of the victims.
“The family is deeply distressed but confident that security agencies will secure their safe release,” the statement added.
The statement urged members of the public to avoid speculation and refrain from spreading unverified information that could interfere with ongoing investigations.
Residents were also encouraged to report any useful information to security authorities to aid rescue efforts.
The abduction adds to a growing list of similar incidents in Oyo State in recent months, including the kidnapping of over 40 teachers and pupils during a coordinated attack in Oriire Local Government Area on May 15, 2026.
Security agencies are yet to issue an official detailed briefing on the latest incident as investigations continue.
