JUST IN: BANDIT FREE INMATE IN OYO CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

Gunmen have attacked the correctional facility in Abolongo, Oyo, Oyo State.

The attack, which took place Friday night, saw some prisoners set free after the attackers were said to have overpowered the prison officials and security operatives attached to the facility.

Sources,who pleaded anonymity, said the gunmen stormed the facility around 10pm, throwing grenades to scare away the officials and forcefully gain access.

The attack left the facility in disarray with warders scampering for safety.

It was not clear as at the time of filing the report of the mission was to set free prisoners or otherwise.