The Federal Government of Nigeria has released the names and photos of twelve most wanted persons currently on the run across the country.
The Ministry of Interior, working with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), announced the development.
Officials confirmed that the suspects escaped from correctional facilities and now pose a serious threat to public safety.
The government said it released the list to strengthen national security and return all fugitives to lawful custody.
Full List of Most Wanted Persons in Nigeria
Below is the list of individualsc the Federal Government has officially declared wanted:
Nworie Ikechukwu
Nwosu Ikeja
Obi Chika
Obioha Ozoema
Obi Chinedu
Obiakor Francis Uche
Obinna Emmanuel
Obioha Victor
Adamu Ibrahim
Ajoku Darlington
Adamu Muhammed
Amanje Ikenna
Authorities also released official photographs of the suspects to help the public identify them quickly.
The Federal Government has urged Nigerians to stay alert and report any credible information about the suspects’ whereabouts.
Security agencies warned citizens not to confront the suspects.
Instead, Nigerians should report all sightings and tips to the appropriate authorities.
Official Emergency Contact Numbers
0807 505 0006
0708 708 6005
0906 000 4598
0700 009 9999
Citizens can also report information at the nearest police station or contact the Nigerian Correctional Service directly.
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Recent prison security breaches across Nigeria prompted the government to take this step.
Officials stressed that public cooperation plays a key role in locating and arresting the escapees.
The government assured Nigerians that security agencies will treat all information with strict confidentiality.
