{"id":45400,"date":"2015-04-07T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2015-04-07T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tmp-blog.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/the-city-of-lagos-then-and-now\/"},"modified":"2025-12-15T08:53:47","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T08:53:47","slug":"the-city-of-lagos-then-and-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/the-city-of-lagos-then-and-now\/","title":{"rendered":"The City of Lagos: Then and Now"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Lagos, the former colonial capital of Nigeria, is steeped in history and it\u2019s one of the most beautiful\u00a0cities in the world. Lagos was declared the British Colony and capital of Nigeria in 1914 and since then the city has maintained its status as the centre of civilization in Nigeria, even after Abuja was made the Federal Capital Territory.<\/p>\n<p>After combing through some Nigerians\u2019 archives and compilations from history lovers, we decided to bring you a historical tour of Lagos city. We present old-meets-new photos of Lagos scenes, which show the changing face of the city since the days of our fore-fathers till now. Check out &#8211; the city of Lagos: then and now &#8211; through photos:<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\">\u00a0Broad Street, Lagos<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-36487 size-medium\" title=\"Broad Street Lagos - Now-&amp;-Then\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Broad-Street-Lagos-Now-Then1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Broad Street Lagos - Now-&amp;-Then\" width=\"780\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Broad Street is situated in Lagos Island and it\u2019s one of the major streets in the area. In those days, Broad Street was just another locality where local families\u00a0live;\u00a0but these days, Broad Street is known to be the commercial centre in Lagos CBD. The street is home to major financial companies&#8217;\u00a0headquarters.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><strong>Lagos Bar Beach<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-36488\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Lagos-Bar-Beach-Then-Now-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Lagos Bar Beach - Then-&amp;-Now\" width=\"780\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Bar Beach, located in Victoria Island is the most popular beach in Nigeria. The beach named after the sand bars that lines Lagos coastline is a place for relaxation for Lagosians.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\">Lagos Yacht Club<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-36489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Lagos-Yatch-Club-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Lagos Yatch Club\" width=\"780\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sailing has always been an exciting activity, even our forefathers enjoyed it. The water activity\u00a0was introduced to Nigeria some centuries ago. Lagos Yacht Club was founded in 1932 and it is located in Lagos Island, across the bridge leading to Victoria Island. Nowadays, the harbour is filled with several sailing boats and you can also indulge in other sport activities at the club house. Visit: <span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"https:\/\/lagosyc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lagos Yacht Club<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\"><strong>The Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina Lagos<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-36491\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/CMS-CHurch-Lagos.png\" alt=\"CMS CHurch, Lagos\" width=\"780\" height=\"389\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Cathedral Church of Christ is the oldest Anglican Cathedral in Nigeria. The church construction was completed in 1946. The cathedral is presently\u00a0the seat of the Archbishop of Lagos. \u00a0The church is located in Marina, CMS-Lagos. Visit: <span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecathedrallagos.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Cathedral Church of Christ<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\">Federal Palace Hotel<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-36492\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Federal-Palace-Hotel-Then-Now-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Federal Palace Hotel - Then-&amp;-Now\" width=\"780\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Nigeria&#8217;s premier International hotel, Federal Palace Hotel and Casino is a five-star hotel located at\u00a0Victoria Island, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel is steeped in history, was established in 1960, but has been refurbished and it now combines ancient charm with modern\u00a0luxury. The hotel provides luxury\u00a0facilities\u00a0for all guests, business and leisure<i>. <\/i>Visit: <span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suninternational.com\/federal-palace\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Federal Palace Hotel<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\">Tinubu Square<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-36493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Tinubu-Aquare-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Tinubu Aquare\" width=\"780\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Tinubu Square, formerly known as Independent Square is located in Lagos Island. The square was initially built in 1960 but was reconstructed in 2007 by Lagos state government. The square features the statue of Madam Efunroye Tinubu, a well-known trader and\u00a0influential aristocrat.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\">Yaba, Lagos<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-36494\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Yaba-Lagos-Then-Now-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Yaba, Lagos - Then-&amp;-Now\" width=\"780\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Yaba is a popular district in Lagos. The suburb is home to many modern apartments, educational institutions and, of course Tejuosho market, one of the most eventful markets in Lagos.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #00ccff;\">Lagos Island<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-36496\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/Lagos-Island-Then-Now1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Lagos Island - Then-&amp;-Now\" width=\"780\" height=\"390\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Lagos Island is the major constituency in the city Lagos. The island lies in Lagos Lagoon; it used to be a fishing village but has grown to be a contemporary metropolitan area with many infrastructures, skyscrapers and modern markets.<\/p>\n<p>What do you think? Lagos has been developed to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world.\u00a0Have you got old and new photos of Lagos city you would like\u00a0to share with us? We would be glad if you could share them on our <span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TravelstartNigeria\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook Page<\/a><\/span> or send us an email via <span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"mailto:info@travelstart.com.ng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">info@travelstart.com.ng<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Photo Source:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/culturalinstitute\/exhibit\/colonial-footprints-lagos-then-and-now\/ARivCwds?hl=en-GB&amp;position=0%2C-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Cultural Institute: The Colonial Footprint of Lagos, Then and Now<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"https:\/\/nigerianostalgia.tumblr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nigerian Nostalgia Project<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><a style=\"color: #339966;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lamudi.com.ng\/journal\/old-lagosv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lamudi<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #339966;\">Wikipedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lagos, the former colonial capital of Nigeria, is steeped in history and it\u2019s one of the most beautiful\u00a0cities in the world. 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