NCoS Orders Investigation as Two Inmates Escape from Kogi Custodial Centre

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has launched an investigation into the escape of two inmates from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Okene, Kogi State.

The inmates reportedly escaped from the facility on Sunday, prompting the Service to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The NCoS Public Relations Officer, CSC Jane Osuji, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Tuesday.

Osuji said the Controller-General of Corrections had ordered a thorough investigation to determine how the inmates managed to escape from custody.

“The investigation is aimed at identifying any lapses that may have led to the escape, while the Service is working with other security agencies to ensure the fleeing inmates are rearrested,” she said.

She added that the Service was awaiting a comprehensive report to establish the circumstances surrounding the escape and identify any possible security failures.

The spokesperson assured the public that the incident was receiving attention, adding that necessary measures were being taken to ensure the escaped inmates were returned to custody.

The NCoS did not disclose the identities of the inmates or the specific circumstances surrounding their escape in the statement.