7 Facts About The First Storey Building In Nigeria (Pictures)

The history of the first storey building in Nigeria can be dated as far back as the days of the colonial rule. It was not just another structural building but a sign of goodwill, hope and strength. This building served as the pacesetter for the Christian religion, education, development, commerce, end to slavery, freedom and independence etc.

History of the First Storey Building in Nigeria

Who built the first storey building in Nigeria? The official first storey building in Nigeria was built by Reverend Henry Townsend a missionary of the Church Missionary Society (CMS) in 1845. The building served as the official residence of St Anglican Church. The foundation was laid in 1842 and it was completed in 1845.

It is located in the coastal town of Badagry. A city that shares a border with the Benin Republic, another country within the coast of West Africa. The house comprises of two sitting rooms, 6 bedrooms, four stores and a safe.

This house has accommodated some of the greatest missionaries and prominent people in the Nigerian history. It accommodated the first preachers of the gospel in Nigeria, also Samuel Ajayi Crowther , the man that translated the English Bible to Yoruba in 1845 and also the first Primary School teacher in Nigeria Mr Claudius Philips amongst others. .

Best Time to Visit the first storey building

This place is usually quiet but if you go on peak periods where students are on an excursion or during festive periods, it usually gets populated.

Opening And Closing Time

The Building opens by 8am and closes at 6pm

Things to do at the first storey building

What is the first storey building in Nigeria used for now?

1. Have a picnic with family and friends
2. Get to see a copy of the translated Yoruba bible which is over 170 years old and the English Bible from which it was translated.
3. Fetch water from the miracle well that has been in existence since 1842
4. Learn about the history of Christianity in Nigeria
5. Visit the Agia monument where Christianity was first preached in Nigeria.
6. See the rooms where the first missionaries in Nigeria lived.
7. See the room of the first teacher in Nigeria Mr Claudius Philips

How many bedrooms does the first storey building in Nigeria have?

Number of Rooms: As stated earlier, the Building has an upstairs with a composition of Two (2) sitting rooms, Six (6) bedrooms and Four (4) stores

What is the colour of the first storey building in Nigeria

Colour? First story building in Nigeria was painted in white (Outer Wall) and green (Inner Wall)

Location of the First Storey Building in Nigeria

The first story building in Nigeria is located in Marina Road, Badagry

Location? The first storey building in Nigeria is located at the marina water front in Badagry.

How to Get to the first Storey Building in Badagry

If you are coming from the Lagos Island or mainland or outside Lagos, firstly, you need to get to Badagry roundabout and turn left, once you make the left turn towards Joseph Dosu, drive towards the end of the road where you’d see another round about , the fisherman’s statue, take another left turn and locate Mobee Street, Off Mobee street is Marina Road, Badagry

Oldest storey building in Nigeria

Other Tourist attractions close to First Storey building

• Mobee Museum
• Brazillian Baracoon
• Slave Trade Port
• Point of No return
• Whispering Palms

After visiting this historic site which is being run by the Anglican Church of Nigeria. I felt a little bit of history. Learning about the beauty of this ancient building that has stood the test of time. However, if you are visiting the first storey building in Nigeria do not hesitate to share your experience.

Pictures of the first storey building in Nigeria