The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has launched an expansive manhunt following the rainfall that breached the security of its facility at the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Ilesa, Osun State.
According to a statement on Tuesday by the NCoS spokesman, Umar Abubakar, “The force majeure that occurred at about 02:00 hours on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, led to the escape of seven (7) inmates.”
Umar said: “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 and community leaders to recapture the escapees and bring them back to custody.”
He added that: “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 contact the nearest security agency or call the NCoS Response Desk lines: 07087086005, 09060004598, 08075050006.”
