A middle-aged man, Segun Makinde, has narrated how operatives of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, popularly known as Amotekun, saved him and his 15-year-old son from suspected kidnappers during a late-night rescue mission in Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Makinde said the incident took place on March 27, 2026, shortly after he returned to his residence in the Pelebe area on the outskirts of Akure.
The Corps Commander of Amotekun, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, had earlier confirmed the abduction, noting that the victims were seized between 7:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
According to him, members of the Amotekun Rapid Response Squad later traced the kidnappers to a forest hideout, where they engaged them in a gunfight at about 1:00 a.m., forcing the assailants to flee and abandon their captives.
Recounting his experience, Makinde explained that the attackers stormed his residence, fired at his vehicle, and forcefully took him and his son into the bush after inflicting injuries on him.
He stated that the kidnappers, who were initially about five, were later joined by more armed accomplices as they advanced deeper into the forest.
“They made us walk for several hours, beating me and issuing threats to kill us if we attempted to resist,” he said.
Makinde further disclosed that a chance to escape came when they heard voices nearby, unaware that Amotekun operatives had already closed in on the area.
“As we tried to flee, the kidnappers opened fire, but the operatives responded swiftly. Amid the chaos, we managed to run further into the bush,” he added.
He said the operatives eventually found and rescued them after they had taken cover for some time.
Makinde also noted that the security personnel administered immediate treatment to their injuries before taking them to the Amotekun headquarters in Alagbaka, Akure.
“They attended to us and ensured our safety. I sincerely appreciate their prompt response,” he said.
