Akure: In a significant development in the ongoing investigation into the abduction of a staff member from Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA), law enforcement officials have arrested individuals suspected of being connected to the crime.
The police revealed that these arrests come as part of a broader effort to ensure the safety of the university community and bring the perpetrators to justice.
The victims were kidnapped by gunmen on Monday, Aug. 4, at their residence along Supare Akoko in Akoko South West Local Government Area.
The victims were released on Sunday, Aug. 10, after the payment of an undisclosed amount as ransom.
DSP Olushola Ayanlade, the command’s spokesperson, confirmed the development in a statement made available to reporters on Monday in Akure.
“I can confirm to you that our operatives arrested three suspected kidnappers in connection with the kidnapping of two AAUA lecturers.
“The suspects are currently undergoing profiling and interrogation.
”Meanwhile, the commissioner of police in the state, Adebowale Lawal, has directed that the suspects and all exhibits recovered be transferred to the anti-kidnapping squad for discreet and thorough investigations,” he said.