Gunmen Abduct Graduate, Three Others In Ogun, Demand ₦500m Ransom

Suspected kidnappers have reportedly abducted four people, including a graduate in the Alabata area of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.

The incident was confirmed by the Ogun state police command’s public relations officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, who said that rescue efforts had been launched immediately after the incident was reported to the police.

The victims were reportedly kidnapped on Tuesday night when armed men invaded the farm where they were working and whisked them away to an unknown destination.

One of the victims is said to be a graduate of the Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta.

The Students’ Union Government of the institution, in an update, disclosed that a ₦500 million ransom was being demanded, expressing concern over the safety of the four victims.

According to the union, the incident was reported to security agencies on Tuesday, shortly after the abduction.

The SUG, while appealing for calm, urged residents of Alabata and members of the university community not to take actions capable of disrupting ongoing security operations.

“The union is deeply concerned about the safety of the victims. Although Hannah is a recent graduate, she remains an important member of the wider FUNAAB community, and we recognise the distress this situation has caused her family, friends and loved ones,” the statement read.

The union added that it remained hopeful that all four victims would regain their freedom safely and without harm.

It also cautioned the public against circulating unverified information about the incident, warning that such reports could jeopardise efforts to secure the victims’ release.

However, the Ogun State Police Command assured that security operatives were working to rescue the victims.

“We are on the issue since it happened; rescue operations are in top gear,” the PPRO said.