The Oyo State Police Command has rescued an Egyptian national who was kidnapped on Monday morning in the Alomaja area of Idi-Ayunre, Oluyole Local Government Area.
Police spokesperson Adewale Osifeso confirmed in a statement on Tuesday that the victim was freed within 24 hours of the abduction, without any ransom being paid. He said the operation involved tactical police units, intelligence teams, local vigilantes, and officers from both Oyo and Ogun state commands.
The victim, whose name was not disclosed, was found during an extensive search of forests and border areas between the two states. He is currently receiving medical attention at the Police Hospital, Eleyele, Ibadan, before being reunited with his family.
The Commissioner of Police, Femi Haruna, commended the swift response of the joint security team and urged the public to remain vigilant. The command also released emergency contact numbers for residents to report suspicious activities.
