Armed assailants kidnapped Emorioloye Owolemi, Director-General of the Asiwaju Media Team—an APC group advocating President Bola Tinubu’s re-election—from his office in Igbokoda, Ondo State. The abduction occurred around 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in a busy commercial area at Okonga/Olodo Junction, highlighting rising security concerns in Ilaje Local Government Area.
Incident Details
Eyewitnesses reported that the gunmen arrived in two Toyota Hilux SUVs, stormed Owolemi’s office, and whisked him away at gunpoint, with his whereabouts unknown since. Known locally as Emotel or Prince Emorioloye Owoloemi, the victim serves as a prominent media figure and APC chieftain in the region. No group has claimed responsibility, and details on ransom demands or motives remain unavailable as of January 19.
Official Reactions
Ilaje LGA Chairman Maurice Oripenaye condemned the “brazen criminality” in broad daylight, vowing solidarity with Owolemi’s family and urging calm among residents. He alerted police, DSS, Nigerian Army, and local networks for a coordinated rescue, emphasizing public safety as a priority. Ondo Police spokesperson CSP Jimoh Abayomi confirmed the incident, stating a full-scale investigation is underway with measures to secure lives and property.
Security Context
The kidnapping unfolds amid Ondo Amotekun’s recent arrests of 17 suspected kidnappers in intelligence-led operations, signaling ongoing anti-crime efforts. No direct link to Owolemi’s case has emerged, but authorities continue patrols and surveillance in Ilaje. As of today, no updates on the victim’s rescue or suspects have surfaced.
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