By Akin Amos
Gunmen suspected to be bandits on Monday stormed a residential estate, Ipojo Golden Estate in the Oke-Eri area of Ijebu-Ode in Ogun State and abducted three persons, two women and a man, were said to be family members.
VAST TIMES learnt that the suspected bandits, alleged to be 15 in number, stormed Ipojo Golden Estate in the Oke-Eri area of the town at about 7 p.m with sophisticated weapons.
According to an eyewitness, name withheld, they forcefully gained entry into a residence, ransacked the building, and whisked away the three victims.
Speaking to newsmen, the head of the affected family, Yesiru Badewa, who was reportedly away on official duty when the incident occurred, expressed anguish over the abduction, revealing that one of the victims was ill.
“This has devastated us. One of those taken is sick, and we are worried her condition may deteriorate in captivity. We appeal to the authorities and kind-hearted Nigerians to come to our aid,” he said.
When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the incident, stating that the command has intensified tactical operations to rescue the victims and apprehend the perpetrators.
Babaseyi called for calm and reiterated the command’s commitment to tackling kidnapping and ensuring the safety of all residents and properties in the state.
His words, “The Ogun State Police Command is aware of the incident at Ipojo Golden Estate, Oke-Eri, Ijebu Ode, and has intensified tactical and intelligence operations to rescue the victims and apprehend the perpetrators.
“The Command remains proactive and committed to tackling kidnapping and other violent crimes across the State.”
