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Fleeing Inmate From Osun Jailbreak Arrested in Lagos After Police Tracking

  • The Nigerian Correctional Service arrested Kabiru Oyedun, an inmate who escaped from the Ilesa Medium Security Custodial Centre, on May 21, 2025, in Lagos.
  • The escape happened after heavy rainfall damaged the prison’s perimeter wall around 2:00 a.m. On May 20, 2025, allowing seven inmates to flee.
  • The NCoS, under the leadership of Controller General Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, has initiated a search operation in collaboration with allied security forces and local leaders to apprehend the escaped inmates.
  • The Service announced a ₦5 million incentive for anyone who provides valuable information leading to the arrest of the remaining escapees and encouraged the public to report tips via hotline numbers 07087086005, 09060004598, or 08075050006.
  • The arrest of Oyedun highlights the effectiveness of Lagos State Police’s preventive efforts, while investigations continue to strengthen facility security and prevent future breaches.
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National Accord Newspaper broke the news in on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
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