Two convicted inmates fled the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Okene, a town in Kogi State, Nigeria, on Monday. The escape, which was reported by local authorities, has prompted a swift police response and a manhunt for the fugitives.
The Medium Security Custodial Centre is one of several facilities in Kogi State that houses inmates convicted of a range of offenses. While details about the prisoners’ identities and the circumstances of their escape remain undisclosed, officials confirmed that the security breach was detected shortly after the inmates slipped out of their cells.
Police in Kogi State have launched an extensive search operation across the surrounding area, deploying officers and search teams to locate the escapees. The authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant and to report any sightings of the two men to the nearest police station.
Security officials say that the prison’s security protocols will be reviewed following the incident, and that steps will be taken to prevent a repeat of the escape. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about prison security in Nigeria’s central region.
The Kogi State Police Commissioner has called for cooperation from the community, stressing that the fugitives pose a potential threat to public safety. The manhunt is expected to continue into the coming days as investigators work to recover the escaped inmates and determine how the breach occurred.
<small>Source: Premium Times Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
