Following the unauthorized departure of two convicted inmates from the Okene Correctional Centre in Kogi State on Sunday, November 8, 2026, local law enforcement agencies have initiated a coordinated manhunt to secure their rearrest.
What happened at the Okene facility?
Two inmates serving prison sentences managed to break out of the correctional facility located in Okene at approximately 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, 2026, prompting an immediate security alert across the area.
How are authorities responding?
The Nigeria Police Force, through the state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, released an official statement regarding the incident on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. According to the police, law enforcement is working in close partnership with the Nigerian Correctional Service and other security stakeholders to track the movements of the fleeing individuals and bring them back into custody.
Public advisory and official updates
Authorities have urged residents to remain calm while security personnel comb the surrounding area for the escapees. Furthermore, the police spokesperson cautioned the public and media outlets to disregard any unofficial statements or unverified reports concerning the incident, emphasizing that all authentic updates would be communicated exclusively through official police channels.