Kirikiri's Hidden Truth: Unraveling the Complexities of Nigeria's Most Infamous Prison Facility We weren’t able to create a summary for you. Refresh your page to try again. Kirikiri Maximum Security Prison is a prison west of Apapa, Lagos State, Nigeria. It is named after the rural Kirikiri community in which it is situated. A part of the Nigerian Correctional Service, its official capacity is 1,056. It was first established in 1955. Paul Chiama of Leadership wrote that "The mention of Kirikiri first reminds any Nigerian of" this prison. As of February 1, 1990 its official capacity was 956 but it actually had 1,645 prisoners. A 1995 report b… Feb 17, 2026 · In this documentary-style video, we take you deep inside the harsh reality of Kirikiri Prison — a place known for violent inmates, overcrowded cells, brutal survival rules, and death row... Jun 6, 2025 · Located in Apapa, Lagos State, Kirikiri Prison is Nigeria’s most infamous prison. Built in 1955 to hold just over 1,000 inmates, the facility has long been plagued by severe overcrowding and ….