10 old photos showing how times have changed in Nigeria
The only constant thing in life is change. Whether we like it or not, things would never always remain the same way, the prayer by many is usually to have a better tomorrow as opposed to having a better yesterday.
Despite the many complaints about the state of the country, Nigeria, the fact that the nation has evolved can never be over emphasized. Think about any sector that appears to be booming and you will find out that once upon a time, there was a past that was riddled with history.
Thankfully, as archaic and far behind things appeared to be way back in the days, it is an interesting thing to discover that there were people who paid attention to documenting the history of what used to be.
We take you on a journey into the past with some of these iconic images that captured the life and times that many of the new generation did not witness. Our history is our heritage, and it is important to always go back to reminisce and reflect on where we used to be and how far we have come. Below are 10 iconic pictures that reflect how times have changed in Nigeria.
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1.) Scoreboard showing the results of federal elections of December 12, 1959.
This picture is an apt reminder of what elections used to look like way back in the old days. Things have definitely changed in the new age and could only get better, with talks of going digital with voting in Nigeria.
2. London and Kano Trading Company and Barclays Bank buildings, Marina.
The picture below shows what a part of Marina used to look like way back in the days. Marina in modern day Lagos, is among the central business districts and is known to be a center of business trading activities.
3. Aerial view of Kano in 1970
The image below is a representation of one of the Nigerian northern states and how it looked like way back in the days.
4.) Aerial view of Ibadan in 1959.
The photo below is a depiction of the ancient city of Ibadan as far back as 1959. Known as largest city in Nigeria by geographical representation, the architecture space in the city has largely advanced from what is evident in the picture. The city now plays host to departmental store giants like Shoprite and a host of others.
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5. Fashion in the 1960s/early 1970.
The picture below is an apt representation of what native traditional attires looked like back in the days. African fashion has majorly improved compared to what it used to be, although, many designers still go back in time to draw inspiration from some of the styles of the old days.
6.) The Idumota Over-head Bridge
The image below shows the popular Idumota over-head bridge and how it used to look like way back in the days. A visit to that part of Lagos Island will definitely show how much change has taken place.
7.) The Calabar Airport in 1972
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8.) Barbershop in the 70s
The hair salon business is among one of the most popular small businesses you will find in many states in Nigeria. This image depicts the history of the business and what it used to look like way back in the days.
9.) Young lady fetching water from a public tap in Lagos.
Way back in time, this was a common type of water pumping system you will find in many Nigerian communities. Things have, however, taken a new turn with the invention of way more sleek, efficient and healthy water supply systems.
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10.) Trenchard Hall University of Ibadan
The image below shows a representation of one of the most popular halls in Nigeria's premiere university.
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