Confusion continued over the fate of Mrs Kuburat Omowumi and her son, who were kidnapped on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Igbope, Oorelope Local Government Area of Oyo State, after both the local council chairman and the Oyo State police command dismissed reports suggesting that the captives had been freed.
The claims followed a video circulating on social media on Saturday showing large crowds of residents singing and dancing with Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho.
The jubilation was described as a celebration of the release of the victims: a woman, her children, and a sibling.
They were said to be released following Igboho’s issuance of a two-hour ultimatum to suspected kidnappers and Fulani community leaders, demanding their release.
The state police command, on Sunday, debunked the viral video and related online content alleging that the abducted.
