The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has confirmed the recapture of five inmates who escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton-Karfe, Kogi State, following a security breach on Monday morning. The incident occurred when a group of inmates manipulated padlocks in one section of the facility, allowing 12 individuals to flee.
According to Abubakar Umar, the NCoS spokesperson, the Acting Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, swiftly mobilized a response in collaboration with security agencies and the Kogi State government to secure the facility, restore order, and initiate a manhunt for the escapees .
As of now, five of the 12 escaped inmates have been successfully recaptured, with efforts ongoing to apprehend the remaining seven. The NCoS has assured the public that steps are being taken to strengthen security measures at custodial centers across the country.
A comprehensive investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the escape. Additionally, a nationwide security audit of all correctional facilities is underway to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The NCoS has urged citizens to report any suspicious activities to security agencies to aid in the recapture of the remaining escapees. The service has assured Nigerians that security measures at custodial centers are being reinforced .
Key Developments
-Recapture Efforts: Five escaped inmates have been recaptured, with efforts ongoing to apprehend the remaining seven .
- Investigation: A comprehensive investigation has been launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the escape.
- Security Audit: A nationwide security audit of all correctional facilities is underway to prevent similar incidents in the future .
- Public Assurance: The NCoS has assured the public that steps are being taken to strengthen security measures at custodial centers across the country.
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