The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi on Friday, commended the Nigeria Police Force and its operatives on the swift rescue of the wife of an former Assistant Inspector General of Police, Hakeem Odumusu from kidnappers’ den.
In a post titled, “Commendable Police Action”, which was shared on his X page, Obi said the success recorded by the police in Odumusu’s wife kidnap case and subsequent rescue highlights the capacity to act decisively when motivated.
Recall that the wife of the retired AIG had been kidnapped at the entrance of her residence in Ogun state by some gunmen last Thursday.
However, in a swift movement, the police announced the rescue of the ex-AIGs wife while stating that the suspected kidnappers were killed during the rescue operation and ransom also recovered from the criminals.
In his post Obi said what stands out in the action of the police and its operatives is the precision with which the rescue mission was executed.
He said, “It not only led to the safe release of the victim, unharmed, but also resulted in the neutralisation of some kidnappers, the recovery of weapons, and the retrieval of the ransom.
“Such a professional outcome deserves high praise. The Ogun State Police Command expressed gratitude for the technical support and cooperation received from the Force Headquarters and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.
“The IGP, who displayed exceptional interest in the case, commended the Ogun Command for dismantling the criminal network behind the abduction,” Obi said.
The former governor further noted that this success story underscores a critical point that, with proper leadership, motivation, and adequate support from the top echelon of security agencies, the fight against crime can yield impressive results.
He also urged the police and other security agencies to do well by extending the same level of benevolence and action given to the Odumusu’s case to that of every Nigerian.
“As the country continues to grapple with rising cases of kidnapping and related crimes, this incident offers hope. It proves that these issues can be tackled effectively if security personnel are well-resourced, supported, and committed to their responsibilities.
“While celebrating this laudable achievement, I urge the Nigeria Police to extend the same level of urgency and professionalism to cases involving everyday Nigerians – those whose plights are often under-reported or ignored.
“Many innocent citizens remain victims of abduction, languishing in captivity without rescue efforts reaching them. This successful operation is a testament to the possibilities that lie within our security architecture when it is properly managed and prioritised. It demonstrates that, even in the face of challenges, a new Nigeria is truly Possible,” Obi concluded.
