Two Inmates Escape From Kogi Custodial Centre

By Emmanuel Kwada

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

The inmates reportedly escaped on Sunday, November 8, 2026, prompting the Service to launch efforts in collaboration with other security agencies to recapture them.

The NCoS Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Corrections Jane Osuji, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, saying a comprehensive report was being awaited to establish the circumstances surrounding the escape.

She said the Controller-General of Corrections had ordered a thorough investigation to identify possible security lapses and ensure appropriate action was taken.

The Service assured members of the public that the incident was receiving attention and that all necessary measures were being deployed to rearrest the fleeing inmates.

It also promised to provide further updates as verified information becomes available.

The escape comes weeks after an awaiting-trial inmate identified as Thomas escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Auchi, Edo State, in October.

The Edo State Command of the NCoS had confirmed the incident, saying efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fugitive.