Aiyedatiwa Reaffirms Commitment To Secure Safe Release Of Kidnapped ‘Baale’
The Ondo State Government has assured residents that all necessary security and intelligence mechanisms have been activated to ensure the safe rescue of Mr. Adeniyi Adelana, aged 60, the Baale of Ode Oriya Village, who was kidnapped by suspected gunmen in Owo Local Government Area on Saturday.
Idowu Ajanaku, Ondo state Commissioner for Information and Orientation in a statement issued in Akure on Sunday said the Baale would soon breathe the air of freedom.
The statement read:
“The government wishes to reassure the family of the victim and the general public that Police and other security agencies, in collaboration with the Ondo State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps), have swung into action and are currently conducting coordinated search and rescue operations across strategic locations within and around the area of the incident.
” The swift response to the unfortunate development underscores the effectiveness of the state’s sustained investment in strengthening its security architecture. Through the provision of modern intelligence-gathering equipment, including surveillance drones and other technological assets, the Ondo State Government has continued to enhance the operational capabilities of security agencies in combating criminal activities across the state.
” The preliminary intelligence reports indicate that security operatives are making significant progress in tracking the perpetrators. Government remains confident that ongoing operations will yield the desired outcome and lead to the safe rescue of the victim while ensuring that those responsible for the criminal act are brought to justice.
” The administration of Governor Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa remains unwavering in its commitment to protecting lives and property. Security agencies have been directed to deploy every available resource towards the successful resolution of the incident, while efforts to strengthen intelligence-led policing and community-based security measures continue across the state.
“The Ondo State Government, therefore, urges residents to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding. Members of the public are encouraged to support security agencies with credible information that may aid ongoing operations. Government assures all citizens that it will continue to take decisive actions to safeguard communities and sustain peace and security throughout Ondo State.”
