Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli has denied any involvement in the abduction of Mrs. Olaide Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, the sister of Power Minister Chief Adebayo Adelabu, and her twin sons by kidnappers.
The Oyo South lawmaker described the allegations as “false, malicious and baseless.”
In a statement issued by his Media Office on Sunday, Alli dismissed reports circulating on social media linking him to the kidnapping incident.
The statement described the publication as “irresponsible, defamatory, politically motivated and completely devoid of credibility.”
Senator Alli also emphasised his long record of public service and commitment to peace and development of the State and nation as a whole.
He said, “It is therefore absurd and illogical for anyone to attempt to drag his hard-earned reputation into criminal allegations founded merely on unverified claims allegedly made by a suspect under investigation.
The senator’s media office stated that he has “no connection whatsoever with the said criminal incident, the individuals mentioned, or any activity related to kidnapping or violence.”
It also noted that the attempt to link campaign materials or stickers to the crime was a desperate move by political detractors aimed at tarnishing the image of a popular leader whose acceptance continues to grow across Oyo State.
The statement further highlighted that the original report itself admitted that no security agency has established any link between Senator Alli and the alleged crime.
“Senator Alli strongly condemns kidnapping and every form of criminality.
“As a responsible statesman and advocate of rule of law, he has consistently supported efforts aimed at strengthening security and protecting lives and property across Oyo State and Nigeria,” the statement said.
The lawmaker’s media team urged the public to disregard the publication entirely and refrain from spreading falsehoods that could undermine ongoing security investigations or inflame political tensions.
The statement also called on security agencies to investigate the source of the “malicious narrative” and prosecute those responsible for what they termed fake news and political blackmail.
He added that as a lawmaker of the Federal Republic of Nigeria he remains focused on his legislative responsibilities and his vision for a safer, more prosperous and united Oyo State.
