In a brazen and coordinated assault, the high-security Koutoukalé prison near Niamey, Niger, witnessed the escape of hundreds of Boko Haram terrorists and other dangerous criminals on Thursday, July 11.
Violent mutiny erupted around midday, filling the air with gunfire and explosions as inmates overpowered guards, seizing weapons and vehicles.
The daring breakout shattered the prison’s fortified defenses, including armored gates and barbed wire, raising urgent questions about security protocols.
Despite swift action from security forces, the escapees had already gained control, leading to a full-scale manhunt.Niger’s Interior Minister has called for immediate vigilance, urging governors, village chiefs, and religious leaders to report any suspicious activity.
With a curfew now in effect in the Tillabéri region and heightened alert across the River Niger region, authorities are racing against time to recapture the fugitives.
Public is warned to stay alert and report any information that could aid in the swift recapture of these high-risk individuals.
This incident marks a significant security breach, echoing across the nation and beyond.
Zagazola Makama
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