Nigeria: Gunmen Storm Minna Prison, Set 270 Inmates Free

7 December 2014

Gunmen suspected to be armed robbers on Saturday attacked Minna Medium Prison, broke into the cells and set 270 inmates free.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that three members of the gang dressed in 'Jalamia' (robe), stormed the facility at about 4.30pm.

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