Kogi Police Confirm Escape Of Two Convicted Inmates From Okene Prison

The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the escape of two convicted inmates from the Okene Correctional Centre.

The incident occurred on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at about 10:30 a.m., according to the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, November 10, the police spokesperson said the Command received an official report from the correctional facility.

She said the police were working with the Nigerian Correctional Service and other relevant security agencies to ensure the prompt rearrest of the fleeing inmates.

The Command said efforts were ongoing to track down and apprehend the escapees, assuring residents that security agencies were collaborating to return them to custody.

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