The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the release of 60‑year‑old headmaster and farmer, Mathew Owoade, who was abducted on Saturday evening along the Igbojaye–Budo Aare bush road in Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Police spokesperson Olayinka Ayanlade announced in Ibadan that Owoade regained his freedom on Monday evening following an intensive joint security operation.
According to the statement, sustained investigative efforts and coordinated pressure from security operatives forced the kidnappers to abandon their victim.
“The intense operational pressure mounted on the abductors compelled them to release the victim, who has since been taken to a medical facility for evaluation and treatment,” the statement read.
Investigators will debrief Owoade once medical care is completed as part of efforts to identify and prosecute those behind the crime.
Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Abimbola praised the collaboration of security agencies, local communities, and residents, noting their support was crucial to the successful rescue.
