The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Lighter Terminal Command, Apapa, Lagos, has commissioned a newly constructed four-classroom block at the Kirikiri Medium Security Custodial Centre as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme aimed at improving inmate education and rehabilitation.
The facility was inaugurated on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in Lagos, with stakeholders describing the initiative as a major contribution toward strengthening reformation and reintegration efforts within Nigeria’s correctional system. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Delivering a goodwill message on behalf of the Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche, the Deputy Controller-General of Corrections in charge of the Inmates Training and Productivity Directorate, Dr. Amos Kupan, commended the Customs Service for what he described as a timely and impactful intervention.
According to him, the project aligns with the Correctional Service mandate to promote rehabilitation and reintegration, noting that education and vocational training remain critical tools for transforming inmates into productive members of society.
Speaking at the event, Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, emphasised the importance of collaboration among government agencies, stating that the project forms part of the broader “Customs Cares” initiative designed to support communities and public institutions.
He reiterated the Service’s commitment to investing in education, capacity development and social infrastructure as instruments for national transformation.
In his welcome address, Lagos State Controller of Corrections, Daramola George, described the project as a milestone in ongoing correctional reforms, stressing that modern correctional practices extend beyond custody to include education, rehabilitation and structured reintegration.
He noted that the facility would significantly enhance educational and digital literacy programmes within the custodial centre.
The newly commissioned complex features four fully air-conditioned classrooms, a library stocked with academic and reference materials, and an ICT centre equipped with computers to promote digital literacy among inmates.
Officials explained that the project will support formal education, vocational training and personal development initiatives designed to prepare inmates for successful reintegration into society after release.
The ceremony also featured a drama presentation by inmates highlighting the transformative power of education and vocational training, which drew commendations from dignitaries and guests.
In his vote of thanks, Officer-in-Charge of the custodial centre, DCC Daniel Ogu, expressed appreciation to the Nigeria Customs Service for the intervention, noting that the facility would greatly improve ongoing rehabilitation programmes.
Highlights of the event included the unveiling of the project plaque and inspection of the classrooms, library and ICT centre.
Observers say the initiative represents another step toward strengthening inter-agency collaboration and advancing sustainable correctional reforms through education and human capital development.
