Mohammed Shosanya
The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the release of Governor Seyi Makinde’s ally, Benedict Akiika from his captors.
Gunmen had stormed his Olorunda’s residence and kidnapped him few days ago.
In a statement on Thursday by the State Command Public Relations Officer, SP Osifeso Adewale,the law enforcement agency stated that: “The Oyo State Police Command is relieved to announce the release of Chief Benedict Akiika, a Political Bigwig in Oyo State who was whisked away from his Idi-Ape Residence, Olorunda Aaba on 04/09/24 by 2130Hrs.
“The Politician was freed from his captors after days of intensive Manhunt by the Command’s tactical, intelligence and operational assets strategically extending the search and rescue mission by combing adjoining forests across; Ijagun, Ijebu Ode in Ogun State, Ore,Ondo State and lastly Uselu in Edo State.
“The victim,who regained his freedom late evening on Wednesday, 11/09/2024 is currently undergoing medical intervention prior to his final reunion with his loved ones.
“Efforts are currently in top gear to apprehend the criminal network responsible for the reprehensible act.
“While appealing to residents of the State to assist the ongoing Investigation by providing timely and credible information to the Police, the Oyo State Police Command re-affirms its resolve to ensure that Oyo State is not turned into a playground for the sinister minded.
“In cases of emergencies, the Command can always be reached through these emergency control room numbers: 615 (Toll free) (Oyo State Security Response Center) and Oyo State Police Command Emergency line 08081768614, 09054133071 and 09061299291”.
