One of the suspects arrested in connection with the abduction of Mrs. Busayo Olaide, sister of former Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu, and her twin sons, has allegedly confessed that the gang initially planned to kidnap the former minister’s mother.
Speaking from police custody, Segun Balogun, popularly known as Alawaye, claimed he was recruited by the gang leader, Adewale Abolarinwa, alias Oloro, to serve as the driver during the operation.
According to his account, Oloro had specifically sought information about Adelabu’s mother and her residence before revealing plans to kidnap either her or another member of the family for ransom. Balogun said he later agreed to participate due to financial difficulties and was tasked with driving the operational vehicle.
He alleged that on the day of the abduction, the gang set out intending to seize Adelabu’s twin relatives for ransom after identifying their vehicle. The victims were reportedly intercepted and forced into the gang’s vehicle before being taken away.
Balogun further claimed that he became overwhelmed with fear after the incident and was eventually arrested after police linked him to communications with the alleged gang leader.
Meanwhile, the suspected mastermind, Oloro, has reportedly been transferred from police custody to a hospital after embarking on a prolonged hunger strike following his arrest. Authorities say he has refused food, water, and medical cooperation.
Police investigations into the kidnapping and the wider criminal network are ongoing.
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