The Ekiti State Police Command has debunked reports alleging that Mr Omoyele Sowore, African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, was kidnapped by armed thugs in Ado-Ekiti.
The Command said Sowore was not kidnapped but had an altercation with some individuals at a restaurant around the Dalimore area of Ado-Ekiti.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abutu Sunday, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Ado-Ekiti.
Sunday said the police were alerted to the incident and swiftly mobilised to the scene, where they successfully rescued Sowore.
He, however, said that Sowore sustained a minor injury and was receiving medical attention at the Police Hospital, Ado-Ekiti.
According to him, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Falade Adegoroye Michael, has ordered a discreet investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those involved.
He said the command was committed to ensuring that anyone found culpable was brought to justice.
The police spokesman urged members of the public to remain calm and disregard reports of an alleged kidnapping, warning against the circulation of unverified information capable of causing panic and tension.
He reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, irrespective of political affiliation, status or background. (NAN)Police debunk alleged kidnapping of Sowore in Ekiti
Ado-Ekiti, Oct. 30, 2026 (NAN) The Ekiti State Police Command has debunked reports alleging that Mr Omoyele Sowore, African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, was kidnapped by armed thugs in Ado-Ekiti.
The Command said Sowore was not kidnapped but had an altercation with some individuals at a restaurant around the Dalimore area of Ado-Ekiti.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Abutu Sunday, disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Ado-Ekiti.
Sunday said the police were alerted to the incident and swiftly mobilised to the scene, where they successfully rescued Sowore.
He, however, said that Sowore sustained a minor injury and was receiving medical attention at the Police Hospital, Ado-Ekiti.
According to him, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Falade Adegoroye Michael, has ordered a discreet investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those involved.
He said the command was committed to ensuring that anyone found culpable was brought to justice.
The police spokesman urged members of the public to remain calm and disregard reports of an alleged kidnapping, warning against the circulation of unverified information capable of causing panic and tension.
He reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, irrespective of political affiliation, status or background.
