Security

Inmate escapes after prison vehicle crash in Yobe

The Nigerian Correctional Service in Yobe State has declared a convicted inmate wanted after he escaped following a road accident involving a prison transport vehicle.

 

The incident occurred on April 13 along the Potiskum–Damaturu road while inmates were being transferred from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Potiskum to Damaturu.

 

According to the command’s spokesperson, Abdullahi Adamu, the vehicle conveying the inmates was involved in a crash, and amid rescue efforts, one of the prisoners fled the scene.

 

The escaped inmate has been identified as 30-year-old Dahiru Mohammed, a native of Askiwari village via Tarmuwa. Authorities described him as dangerous and warned members of the public to avoid any contact.

 

The Correctional Service has urged anyone with useful information on his whereabouts to report immediately to the nearest police station or correctional facility.

 

Officials also warned that harbouring a fugitive is a criminal offence punishable under the law.

Olayinka Babatunde

Recent Posts

Lagos APC Cautions Members Over Early Endorsements, Warns Against Imposed ‘Consensus Candidates’

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned its members against…

3 hours ago

FCT Teachers Declare Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Welfare Demands

Primary and secondary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have embarked on an…

3 hours ago

Amaechi Hosts Obi, Umeh, Others in Abuja, Opposition Leaders Plot 2027 Political Realignment

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, on Saturday hosted Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter…

4 hours ago

NBC advisory an attempt to gag media ahead of elections — Atiku

Former Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has criticised the recent advisory issued by the National Broadcasting Commission…

4 hours ago

Presidency Behind ADC Crisis, Group Alleges Over Tinubu’s Villa Remarks

— Says President’s comments confirm interference in opposition party affairs   The Grassroots Mobilisation Network,…

4 hours ago

Bala Mohammed Not Crossing to APC — PDP Ends Talks Over Failed 60–40 Power Deal

The Bauchi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared that Governor Bala…

4 hours ago