The Kogi State Police Command has launched a manhunt for two convicted inmates who escaped from the Okene Correctional Centre.
The inmates reportedly fled the facility on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m.
According to TheCable, the Police Public Relations Officer in Kogi State, Saliu Afusat, confirmed the escape on Tuesday, November 10.
Police confirm prison escape
Afusat disclosed that the command had received information about the incident from the correctional centre.
She explained that the police were working with the Nigerian Correctional Service and other relevant security agencies to locate and apprehend the escaped inmates.
“The Kogi State Police Command confirms the escape of two convicted inmates from the Okene Correctional Centre on Sunday, 8th November 2026, at about 1030 hours,” the police statement said.
The spokesperson added that efforts were ongoing to identify their whereabouts and ensure their return to custody.
Reports identify escaped prisoners
Although the police spokesperson did not publicly identify the inmates, TheCable reported that a situation report from the Okene police division contained their names.
The document reportedly identified the escapees as Samson David, who was convicted of theft, and Salvation Moro, convicted of armed robbery.
According to the report, both inmates escaped through the back fence of the correctional facility.
Their photographs were reportedly attached to the police situation report to assist efforts to locate them.
Authorities intensify search
The police said they were coordinating with correctional authorities and other security agencies to facilitate the inmates’ rearrest.
The incident has raised questions about security arrangements at the correctional centre, although authorities have not publicly established how the inmates were able to leave the facility.
No arrest had been announced at the time of the police confirmation.
The command urged relevant security personnel to support the ongoing search.
Further details about the circumstances surrounding the escape are expected as investigations continue.
