The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has ordered an immediate investigation into the jailbreak at the Koton Karfe Correctional Centre in Kogi State.
The minister described the incident as unfortunate and assured Nigerians that all escaped inmates would be recaptured using advanced biometric technology and other security measures.
A statement signed by the Special Adviser on Media, Babatunde Alao, Tunji-Ojo emphasized the government’s determination to uncover the circumstances surrounding the prison break.
He also directed the Acting Comptroller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Ndidi, to visit the facility and conduct a comprehensive security audit.
Tunji-Ojo further assured Nigerians that the authorities would leave no stone unturned in tracking down the fleeing inmates.
Meanwhile, the minister assured the public of strengthened security at correctional facilities across the country to prevent future occurrences.
He reaffirmed that the Nigerian Correctional Service would be held accountable for lapses and that corrective measures would be swiftly implemented.