The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has confirmed the rescue of former Big Brother Naija winner Ilebaye Odiniya, alongside her brothers, who were also reportedly hospitalised in an Abuja hospital following a confrontation with their father.
The Command disclosed in a statement obtained by TVC News on Sunday that the former BBN star, Ilebaye, sustained injuries during the confrontation and was rescued alongside her siblings, adding that their father, who is also receiving medical attention, remains in police custody.
A video shared by Ilebaye went viral on Saturday, sparking safety concerns with Nigerians and former colleagues demanding immediate rescue.
According to the statement, the police disclosed that upon arrival at the scene at about 12:00 a.m, a patrol team from Wuye Division, supported by operatives of the Department of Operations, FCT Police Command, discovered that the gate to the residence was locked.
The command disclosed that after several attempts, access was gained into the compound at about 2:30 a.m. and the victims were taken to NNPC Hospital in Abuja.
