The Students’ Union of the University of Ibadan has confirmed the release of Miss Abolarin Tomisin, the 300-level Law student who was abducted alongside other travellers while returning from a religious conference in Imo State.
The union disclosed the development in a statement issued on Monday by its President, Temidayo Adeboye, saying the student’s release had been officially confirmed by the relevant authorities and representatives of the organisation involved.
According to the statement, Tomisin and the other freed victims are currently undergoing post-release procedures before returning to their respective destinations.
“We have been assured that our student will safely return to the university community soon,” Adeboye said.
He expressed appreciation to security agencies, the management of the University of Ibadan, the leadership of the Scripture Union, and other individuals whose efforts contributed to the successful rescue of the victims.
The students’ union also thanked members of the university community for their prayers, patience, solidarity and support throughout the period of the student’s captivity.
“As we celebrate this welcome development, we remain grateful to God and pray for the complete healing, restoration and well-being of everyone affected,” the statement added.
Tomisin was kidnapped in June while travelling back from the Scripture Union National Conference held at the Camp of Faith in Okigwe, Imo State.
She was travelling with the National General Director of the Scripture Union Student Fellowship, Uwem Cosmos, and other conference participants when the abductors struck.
Before her release, Adeboye had clarified that Tomisin, who serves as the National Secretary of the Scripture Union Student Fellowship and Vice-President of the University of Ibadan chapter, was the only UI student among those abducted, dismissing contrary reports circulating on social media.
Her release brings relief to the University of Ibadan community, where concerns over her safety had sparked widespread prayers and calls for her rescue.
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