Oyo govt to install CCTV cameras across schools

Special adviser to governor of Oyo state on security, Fatai Owoseni says synergy between all stakeholders in the state would help avoid further attack on correctional centres.

Owoseni said the Abolongo correctional centre is highly vulnerable and a huge disappointment security wise.

Owoseni added that several local government authorities and community heads called the Mogajis are also united in assisting the capturing of escapees.

The special adviser on security said more CCTV cameras would be installed across schools and public outlets in the state.

Security agents have launched a manhunt for fleeing 575 inmates of the Oyo medium security custodial centre, Abolongo, Oyo state, freed by gunmen around 9.30pm on Friday.

About 262 inmates had been recaptured.