BREAKING; Inmates Escape From Kogi Prison

 

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A prison break occurred at the Federal Correctional Centre in Kotonkarfe, Kogi State, in the early hours of Monday. 

Although the exact number of escapees hasn't been officially confirmed, the government estimates that at least 12 inmates broke free.

 Notably, this incident differs from previous prison breaks in the area, which were typically carried out by gunmen. This time, the inmates seemingly escaped through the tower without any external assistance.

The Kogi State government has confirmed the incident and urges the Federal Government to investigate the matter. 

State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo, assured citizens that the government is working closely with security operatives to determine the cause of the break and ensure the rearrest of the escaped inmates. 

Fanwo described the incident as "unfortunate" and pledged that the government is taking decisive steps to prevent such incidents in the future. 

This isn't the first prison break in Kogi State; in 2014, 144 prisoners escaped from the Koto-Karffi Federal Medium Security Prisons.

Fanwo said, “The theory that the inmates escaped through the tower without causing any structural damage raises serious concerns. This calls for a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances of the escape, arrest the fleeing inmates, and identify possible saboteurs within the system.

“Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed the State Security Adviser to collaborate with the Federal Correctional Centre and other security agencies to ensure such security breaches do not happen again. The state government has also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting federal security agencies through logistics and other necessary resources to enhance their operational effectiveness.”

Fanwo called on the “public to report any suspicious individuals in their communities”. 

“Anyone found harboring an escaped inmate will be held accountable,” he warned.

“While investigations continue, the government has assured residents that the situation is under control. “There is no cause for panic. We encourage citizens to go about their daily activities as normal, knowing that the security of lives and property remains our top priority,” Fanwo added.