We Recapture 5 Kogi Fleeing Inmates – NCoS
Five out of the 12 inmates who escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi State, have been recaptured as authorities intensify efforts to track down the remaining fugitives.
The jailbreak occurred on Monday, March 24, 2025, when some inmates tampered with the locks in one section of the facility, gaining access to the outside. Security forces were immediately deployed to secure the prison and launch a manhunt for those still at large.
The Acting Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, coordinated efforts with local security agencies and Kogi State officials.
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“As of now, five escapees have been successfully apprehended, and the search continues for the others,” he said.
A thorough investigation is underway to determine how the jailbreak occurred, and measures are being put in place to prevent similar incidents at other correctional facilities.
The Nigerian Correctional Service has called on the public to remain vigilant and report any information that could help in locating the remaining escapees.
Meanwhile, the service assured citizens that the safety of custodial centers across the country is a priority, and efforts are being made to strengthen security nationwide.
By PRNigeria
