Police Rescue Kidnapped Ilejemeje Vice Chairman, Dismiss Rumoured Attack on Ifaki-Ekiti
The Nigeria Police Force has rescued the Vice Chairman of Ilejemeje Local Government Area, Mrs. Ogunleye Grace, who was allegedly kidnapped by unidentified hoodlums on May 20, 2026. The Command said the victim was rescued unhurt through a joint operation involving the police, military, other security agencies and local security personnel, who mounted sustained pressure on the abductors during the rescue mission. In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, the Commissioner of Police in Ekiti State, CP Falade Adegoroye Micheal, ordered a thorough investigation into the incident to unravel the circumstances surrounding the abduction and apprehend those responsible. The police also reassured residents of the state of its commitment to the protection of lives and property, urging members of the public to continue supporting security agencies with credible information. Meanwhile, the Command dismissed reports circulating on social media alleging that armed ...
