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Nigerian Correctional Service confirms the escape of two inmates from the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Okene, Kogi State, on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
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Security agencies have been mobilised to track down and recapture the fleeing inmates.
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The Controller-General of Corrections ordered a thorough investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the escape and identify possible security lapses.
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Service says a comprehensive report is being awaited and assures the public that measures are being taken to rearrest the escapees.
November 10, (THEWILL) – The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed the escape of two inmates from the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Okene, Kogi State, following a security breach at the facility.
A statement issued on Tuesday by the Service Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Corrections, JN Osuji, disclosed that the inmates escaped on Sunday, November 8,
The Service said it had commenced necessary actions in collaboration with relevant security agencies to ensure the prompt recapture of the fleeing inmates.
The NCoS said a comprehensive report on the incident was being awaited to establish the circumstances that led to the escape.
It added that the Controller-General of Corrections had directed a thorough investigation into the incident, with a view to identifying any lapses and determining appropriate action where necessary.
The investigation is expected to establish how the two inmates escaped from the medium-security facility and whether any security or operational shortcomings contributed to the incident.
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The correctional authorities said they were working with relevant security agencies to ensure the prompt rearrest of the fleeing inmates.
Assuring the public that the incident was receiving the necessary attention, the Service said all appropriate measures were being taken to secure the situation and facilitate the recapture of the escapees.
It also pledged to provide further information as verified details become available.
The Nigerian Correctional Service is responsible for the safe custody, rehabilitation, and reintegration of inmates held in correctional facilities across the country.
Its custodial centres are expected to maintain adequate security to prevent unauthorised departures and ensure that persons held in lawful custody remain under supervision.
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