A manhunt has been launched by the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) after seven inmates escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Ilesa, Osun State, following a rainstorm that breached the facility’s security on Tuesday.
Gatekeepers News reports that the Controller General of Corrections, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has ordered an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape.
NCoS spokesman, Umar Abubakar, in a statement, said efforts are being intensified in collaboration with other security agencies and local community leaders.
NCoS also called on members of the public to assist with any information that could aid in recapturing the fugitives.
The agency encouraged citizens to contact the nearest security agency or reach out via the following hotlines: 07087086005, 09060004598, or 08075050006.
The statement reads: “The Nigerian Correctional Service has launched an expansive manhunt following the rainfall that breached the security of its facility at the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Ilesa, Osun State.
“The force majeure which occurred at about 0200 hours on Tuesday, 20th of May 2025 led to the escape of seven (7) inmates.
“Following the incident, the Controller General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has ordered an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding the escape.
“The service is working closely with sister security agencies as well as community leaders to recapture the escapees and bring them back to custody.
“However, the Service solicits the cooperation and support of the public in providing information that may lead to the recapture of the fleeing inmates. Anyone with information should please contact the nearest security agency or call the NCoS Response Desk lines as follows: 07087086005, 09060004598, 08075050006.”
