The Nigerian correctional service has recaptured five of 12 inmates who escaped from lawful custody during a jailbreak at the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi state.
A statement signed by the service public relations officer, Abubakar Umar said the incident occurred in the early hours of Monday 24th March 2025.
Umar noted that Upon receiving reports of the attack, the Acting Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche in collaboration with heads of sister security agencies immediately mobilized to the facility, and personnel were deployed to secure the facility, restore order, and initiate a manhunt for the escapees.
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He also added that a security audit is being conducted across all correctional facilities nationwide to prevent future occurrences.
The Service has urged members of the public to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by providing any useful information that may assist in the recapture of those still at large.
(Editor: Paul Akhagbemhe)
