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Two inmates escape Kogi prison – NCoS vows to go after them
The Nigerian Correctional Service in One, Kogi Central Senatorial District has confirmed the escape of two inmates from its custodial centre, vowing to go after them.
The inmates escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre on November 8, 2026, and the NCoS said it has begun search and capture with other relevant security agents.
The Controller General of the Corrections has called for a thorough investigation to unravel the circumstances that led to their escape from the custodial centre.
The confirmation was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Service Public Relations Officer of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Chief Superintendent of Corrections J.N. Osuji, saying that the inmates escaped on Sunday, 8th November, 2026.
The statement also added that the authority was waiting for a comprehensive report on the escape incident to take further action.
The statement reads: “The Nigerian Correctional Service will provide further updates as soon as verified information becomes available.
“The Service appreciates the public’s understanding and cooperation,” the statement added.
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