Gunmen Abduct APC Chieftain in Ibadan

A troubling incident unfolded in Ibadan on Wednesday evening as unidentified gunmen abducted a respected All Progressives Congress (APC) leader, Wale Oriade. The shocking attack took place around 7:06 p.m. on December 3, 2025, creating tension within the New Garage axis of Oyo State.

According to verified accounts, Oriade was taken by the armed group at the PJ Square Shopping Complex, a commercial hub situated beside the NNPC filling station at Elewure, Iyana Ajanla, Akala Express, an area where he also operates an office. The unexpected abduction has raised renewed concerns about security challenges in major cities across Nigeria.

Eyewitnesses present during the incident revealed that the armed men arrived in a blue Micra vehicle, carrying two individuals — a driver and a gun-wielding accomplice. Their coordinated entry and swift attack indicated a planned operation rather than a random event. Residents within the vicinity were thrown into panic as the assailants forced Oriade into their vehicle before speeding off into an unknown direction.

The kidnapping of a major political figure has once again highlighted the increasing rate of targeted abductions within the region. Security analysts have consistently warned that political leaders and influential personalities are becoming vulnerable to criminal attacks, especially during periods of heightened political activity.

Authorities are yet to release an official statement as investigations continue, but community members are pleading for immediate intervention. The abduction has added pressure on security agencies to prioritize intelligence-driven operations aimed at curbing similar cases in Oyo State and beyond.