Eyes of a Lagos Boy

Photo of the Week: Marina fifty years apart

Bolaji Alonge

Lagos Then and Now - Eyes of a Lagos Boy

Broad street view of Western House from the east, former United States embassy in the foreground, old NCR Building to the left and Independence House on the left - Photographer unknown, 1973 circa
Broad street view of Western House from the east, former United States embassy in the foreground, old NCR Building to the left and Independence House on the left – Photographer unknown, 1973 circa

The Photo of the Week showcases Western House, Nigeria’s pioneering high-rise office building, which commenced operations in 1958, alongside surrounding structures, former United States embassy in the foreground, with the Independence Building prominently situated to the right.

The ‘Then’ photo showcases early 1970s Lagos, with the now vintage cars depicted serving as a nostalgic time capsule.

Broad street view of Western House from the east – Eyes of a Lagos Boy 2024

Outstandingly designed, the 20 story building is operated by Western Nigeria Marketing Board – WEMABOD, located in the Lagos Island Central Business District, opposite the General Hospital, Marina.

Western House was designed by Nickson & Borys Architects.

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