NCoS hunts 7 inmates who escaped from Ilesa prison
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has launched a manhunt for seven inmates who escaped from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Ilesa, Osun State.
The inmates were said to have fled after part of the facility’s perimeter wall collapsed during heavy rainfall around 2:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
In a statement issued by the Deputy Controller of Corrections and Public Relations Officer, Umar Abubakar, the Controller General of Corrections (CGC), Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, ordered an immediate investigation into the incident and the circumstances that led to the escape.
The NCoS said it is working with other security agencies and community leaders to track down the escapees and return them to custody.
The Service also urged the public to support the effort by providing credible information that could aid the recapture of the fleeing inmates.
“Anyone with useful information should contact the nearest security agency or call the NCoS Response Desk on 07087086005, 09060004598, or 08075050006,” the statement read.
