Kogi Govt also called for the arrest of the fleeing inmates, and identification of possible saboteurs within the system.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Kogi State government has confirmed that twelve inmates of the Federal Correctional Center in Kotonkarfe escaped in the early hours of Monday.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Kogi State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Femi Fanwo.
He described the incident as “unfortunate” and assured citizens that the state government is taking decisive steps to prevent a recurrence.
He went on to commend the swift response of security agencies to the jailbreak where the 12 inmates escaped.
Kogi govt also vowed to work with security agencies to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Fanwo added, “The theory that the inmates escaped through the tower without causing any structural damage raises serious concerns.
“This calls for a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances of the escape, arrest the fleeing inmates, and identify possible saboteurs within the system.”
He further said that Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has directed the State Security Adviser to collaborate with the Federal Correctional Center and other security agencies to ensure such security breaches do not happen again.
Kogi govt also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting federal security agencies through logistics and other necessary resources to enhance their operational effectiveness.
While investigations continue, the government has assured residents that the situation is under control.
“There is no cause for panic. We encourage citizens to go about their daily activities as normal, knowing that the security of lives and property remains our top priority,” the commissioner added.
