The medium-security Correctional center in Jos, the Plateau State Capital was attacked by yet to be identified gunmen on Sunday, which led to the escape of some inmates.
This was disclosed in a statement by the spokesperson of Plateau State Police Command, Ubah Ogaba.
According to the Statement, a total of seven fleeing inmates have been re-arrested, while one escapee voluntarily surrendered himself to the police.
It further disclosed that the Police and other Security Agencies are currently on ground as the situation has been brought under control.