- Initial Escape: 12 inmates escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi state .
- Recapture Efforts: As of now, five of the fleeing inmates have been recaptured, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining seven inmates .
- Investigation: The Acting Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escapes .
- Security Audit: A security audit is being conducted across all correctional facilities nationwide to prevent future occurrences .
- Minister’s Response: The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has also ordered an immediate probe into the prison break, describing the incident as unfortunate .
A jailbreak occurred at the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi state, resulting in the escape of 12 inmates. The incident happened in the early hours of Monday, March 24, 2025, when some inmates manipulated the padlocks in their section of the facility .
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) swiftly responded to the incident, deploying personnel to secure the facility, restore order, and initiate a manhunt for the escapees. As of now, five of the fleeing inmates have been recaptured, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining seven inmates .
The Acting Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escapes. Additionally, a security audit is being conducted across all correctional facilities nationwide to prevent future occurrences .
The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has also ordered an immediate probe into the prison break, describing the incident as unfortunate .
