A convicted prisoner escaped the scene of a traffic accident while being transported to Damaturu, prompting the Nigerian Correctional Service’s Yobe State Command to declare him wanted.

The escaped prisoner, identified as Dahiru Mohammed, is deemed dangerous, according to a statement released by the command’s public relations officer, DSC Abdullahi Adamu, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

The vehicle transporting prisoners from MSCC Potiskum to Damaturu was involved in a traffic accident on April 13, 2026, according to the statement.

The command warns members of the public that harbouring a fugitive is a serious criminal offence punishable by law. 

The command urges anyone with useful information on the fleeing inmate to take immediate action by reporting to the nearest police station or correctional facility.

“The general public is hereby notified that the Nigerian Correctional Service Yobe state command has confirmed the escape of an inmate from the Medium Security Custodial Centre (MSCC) Potiskum,” the statement read

“The escaped took place on April 13, 2026, when the vehicle conveying inmates from MSCC Potiskum to Damaturu got involved in a road traffic accident. 

“The unfortunate incident occurred while efforts are being made to rescue the affected accident victims. 

“The individual whose picture is hereby attached, managed to flee the scene of the accident.

“Name:-DAHIRU MOHAMMED 
Age: 30
Description:- Convicted 
Prison number:- J/1539/24
Date of admission:-29/11/24
Case number:- ybs/dt/hc/27/24
Address:- Askiwari village via tarmuwa.
Tribe:- Fulani
Last Seen Along:- Potiskum – Damaturu Road
 
“Public Instructions: The escaped individual is considered is dangerous and members of the public are advised not to have any personal dealings with him.

“If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of this individual, or if you spotted anyone suspicious near the site of the accident on the Potiskum-Damaturu road, please take immediate action: