According to a report by The Punch on Sunday, June 21, 2026, the unexpected release of a pregnant mother, her children, and a sister from captivity has sparked wild celebrations in the Igboho town of Oyo State.
According to reports, the victims were released not long after Sunday Adeyemo, better known as Sunday Igboho, a prominent Yoruba nationalist, gave a stern two-hour ultimatum.
A video that went viral on social media showed jubilant locals celebrating the victims’ safe homecoming with singing, dancing, and a parade through the streets.
This development followed an earlier showdown in which Igboho addressed local authorities he suspected of being involved in the increasing wave of kidnappings and violence.
An enraged Igboho spoke to community leaders and traditional rulers in the video, denouncing the recent unfortunate murder of a ransom carrier by kidnappers notwithstanding the payment of ransom.
The other detainees were ordered to be released immediately by Igboho, who gave a two-hour ultimatum, warning that his patience had run out.
He claimed he had been careful solely out of deference to traditional leaders’ requests, but he threatened swift and severe measures, including the invasion of suspected criminal hideouts, unless the family was released.
The kidnappers finally caved and freed the hostages after the ultimatum’s expiration, much to the relief of the community.
The local authorities have not confirmed the specific details of their unexpected release, but the community has praised the activist’s quick action as the reason for their rescue.
The event brings attention to the persistent security issues in the area and the creative approaches being used to address them.
