Following a dramatic prison break at the Koton Karfe Custodial Centre in Kogi State, where 12 inmates escaped, the Federal Government has launched an immediate probe into the incident.
Minister of Interior Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo expressed grave concern over the breach, vowing to capture all fugitives using advanced biometric systems and other technology solutions.
The Acting Controller General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Ndidi, has been ordered to conduct a thorough audit to determine how security lapses allowed the escape. Critics argue that this incident exposes systemic weaknesses in prison management and calls into question the overall reliability of the nation’s correctional facilities.
Despite assurances from authorities that robust measures are in place, local communities remain shaken by the breach, which has heightened fears of further security failures.
As investigations progress, stakeholders demand not only accountability but also comprehensive reforms in the criminal justice system. The incident has sparked a broader debate about the state of Nigeria’s security infrastructure and the urgent need for sustained investment in facility upgrades and staff training to prevent such occurrences in the future.
