The Child Protection Network has confirmed the release of Mrs Ibukunoluwa Otesile, daughter of Reverend Dr Lekan Babatunde, founder of Jesus Is King Ministries, after she was kidnapped in Ibadan earlier this month.
She was taken by unknown gunmen in front of her home in the General Gas, Akobo area of the city. Otesile also serves as the 2025 President of Junior Chamber International Ibadan Elite.
In a statement on Thursday, the state coordinator of CPN, Dr Rosemary Odigbo, said she had been safely reunited with her family.
The statement read, “We are delighted to inform all CPN members, the CSO community, partners, and well-wishers that Mr Otesile has confirmed the release of his beloved wife, Mrs Ibukunoluwa Otesile, from her abductors. She has been safely reunited with her family.”
Odigbo added, “We give God all the glory for answered prayers. Thank you for your steadfast support, unity, and continuous prayers throughout this trying time. Further details will be communicated in due course.”
The Oyo State Police Command, which earlier confirmed the abduction and began an investigation, has yet to officially confirm her release.
Authorities have not disclosed whether ransom was demanded or the circumstances that led to her freedom.
