Sources told The Guardian that the wall collapsed when the wind blew off part of the roof due to heavy rain, which occurred at about 4:30 p.m. on Monday.
According to them, the flood gathered at the bottom of the wall for hours, even after the rain, hence the wall went down unexpectedly.Following the development, security personnel, which include army, police and others were drafted to the scene to prevent others from escaping. Contacted, the Delta State Controller of Correctional Centre, Mr. Ovie Friday Esezobor, who confirmed the incident, said there was no death or escape of prisoners.
He said: “At the moment, my men are here with me, soldiers and police personnel are also here,” to manage the situation.
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