Seven inmates have escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Ilesa, Osun State, following a heavy overnight rainfall that damaged a section of the facility’s perimeter wall.
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) confirmed that the breach occurred around 2:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, resulting in a forced exit from custody by the affected inmates.
According to a statement issued by the Deputy Controller of Corrections and Public Relations Officer, Umar Abubakar, the Controller General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has ordered an immediate investigation into the incident and the conditions that made the escape possible.
The Service said it has launched an expansive manhunt in collaboration with sister security agencies and community leaders to apprehend the escapees and return them to custody.
It also called on the public to assist by providing credible information that may lead to the recapture of the fleeing inmates.
“Anyone with useful information should contact the nearest security agency or call the NCoS Response Desk on 07087086005, 09060004598, or 08075050006,” the statement read.
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