Conversations with The Facade Nigeria

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Taking you through life in Colonial Nigeria that cuts across societal and associational life, historic architecture, education, politics &c.

  1. People: IX

    09/14/2024

    People: IX

    Building on the previous episode of the "People" series, where we explored the lives of historic figures, this episode takes it a step further by chronicling the life of Celia Jibowu, née Alakija, and the wife of Olumuyiwa Jibowu, who passed away on the 30th of August, 1945 at Warri, and was interred at the Old Ikoyi Cemetery. We also take you through the elegant wedding of Jameson Townsend Pearse and Elsie Savage at Saint Paul’s Breadfruit Church on Davies Street. To conclude, we offer an insight into the life of Cornelius Josephus Porter. Our goal with the "People" series is to document the stories of various individuals, including those who are often overlooked, and share their life journeys with you. Don't forget to share our podcast and give us a 5-star rating! Follow us on social media: Instagram and Threads: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria

    13 min
  2. People: VIII

    08/25/2024

    People: VIII

    Welcome back to Conversations with The Facade Nigeria! We’re excited to return with our People Series, featuring an intriguing lineup. In today's episode, we’ll be chronicling the wedding of Samuel Herbert Pearse and Cassandra Lydia Decker, the daughter of renowned photographer John P. Decker. We'll also delve into the life of Charles Andrew Gollmer of the Church Missionary Society, father of C. H. V. Gollmer, and explore the story of Jane Beckley, mother of Jane Williams, wife of Isaac Benjamin Williams of Raymond House, and Matilda Beckley. Don’t forget to rate us 5 🌟 Instagram and Threads: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria

    15 min
  3. People: Part VII

    10/28/2023

    People: Part VII

    In this episode, we journey back to the 1930s, recounting the christening ceremonies of Olubunmi O. Aderemi, daughter of R. Wilfred and Oluremi Adedayo, and Abiodun Abiose and Olakunbi Oluwakemi, children of A. Ajibade, held at St. Peter’s Church Faji and UAM Church, respectively. We also cover the tragic death of Michael Gibson Nweke of Aba, who passed away suddenly at his residence the day after his family had left for Christmas. Additionally, we share details of the elegant wedding at First Baptist Church, Oke-Isokun, Oyo, between Janet Kehinde Okanlawon, formerly of the Baptist Girls’ School, Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, and Emanuel Olalekan Sholeye, of Owu Baptist School. Please don't forget to rate our podcast 5 stars on your preferred listening platform! Instagram: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria

    19 min
  4. People: Part VI

    10/21/2023

    People: Part VI

    In this episode of *People*, we explore the fascinating life of Dandeson Coates Crowther, son of Samuel Ajayi Crowther, along with the Seventh Anniversary of the Ancient Order of Foresters Friendly Society in 1897. We also highlight the wedding of Joseph Babalola and Augusta Lawani, which took place at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Ebute Metta, on December 30, 1937. Guests included Paul Cardoso, G. S. Thompson, and others. Additionally, we revisit the story of Rev. Eugene Samuel Willoughby, buried at Ikoyi Cemetery. Son of Isaac H. and Hannah Willoughby (whose life we chronicled in the previous episode, Part V), he was a C.M.S. Missionary who passed away on April 24, 1896, at the age of 42. Don’t forget to share this episode with anyone you think would enjoy it, and please rate our podcast 5 stars on your favorite listening platform! Instagram: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  5. People: Part V

    08/26/2023

    People: Part V

    In this episode of *People*, we reflect on the graceful lives of Elfrida Esther Thomas, Hannah Willoughby, and others. Elfrida Thomas, the 24-year-old daughter of Rev. James Bright and Esther Bernice Thomas, passed away at Gbologun (or Igbologun) and was laid to rest at Ikoyi Cemetery. Hannah Willoughby, the eldest daughter of Thomas Puddicombe, arrived in Badagry in 1850 but relocated to Lagos in 1851, around the time of the Bombardment of Lagos. Her illness began in 1879, and she sadly passed away in 1883, leaving behind her husband and four sons. Don't forget to share our podcast with someone who would enjoy it. Please rate our podcast 5 stars on your favorite listening platform! Instagram: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria

    21 min
  6. People: Part IV

    08/12/2023

    People: Part IV

    The *People* series is back! In this episode, we explore wedding ceremonies from Lagos, Ibadan, and Freetown, Sierra Leone, held in 1896, 1897, and 1898. We dive into the details of the ceremonies, including the attire worn by the brides, bridesmaids, and pages. As was customary with society weddings, gifts were plentiful. We provide a breakdown of the gifts received by James Jonathan and Rhoda Thomas, and also discuss the popular honeymoon destinations chosen by Lagos couples. Don't forget to share our podcast with someone you think would enjoy it. Please rate our podcast 5 stars on your favorite listening platform! Instagram: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria

    27 min
  7. Sir Bernard Bourdillon Address, Part 2

    07/29/2023

    Sir Bernard Bourdillon Address, Part 2

    On the 17th of March, 1941, Sir Bernard Henry Bourdillon addressed the Legislative Council in Lagos, Nigeria as regards the progress of the Colony as well as estimates for the years 1942, 1941, and 1940 and an update on war efforts from Nigeria. Sir Bernard Bourdillon also mentioned to the council that all efforts to make Nigeria self-supporting made useful progress, as produces like Sugar, Groundnuts, Tin, Cocoa, Starch, etc. saw increased production and some industries could export a certain percentage of some of these products to other West African Colonies like the Gambia, Gold Coast and Sierra Leone. There was also an increase in activities in the Public Works Department while the Education Department saw a reduction in European schoolmasters or tutors and were left with exceptional African tutors who stepped into the role of these absent staff and kept the high standard of education. The war on the other hand didn't affect the newly constituted Labour Inspectorate. The war also resulted in the creation of the Information Office which served as a Public Relations Office alongside the public press, including providing the public with information on activities by the Government as well as regular war news. In his final note, Sir Bernard Henry Bourdillon spoke of his meeting with General Charles de Gaulle, General de Larminat, and Colonel Leclerc, as well as other adherents to General de Gaulle in Lagos and his appreciation of the United States of America's material aid. In this episode, we conclude the lengthy speech given by the Governor General. Let us know if you have any questions, comments or suggestions. Kindly rate our podcast 5 🌟 on your respective listening platforms. Instagram: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min
  8. Sir Bernard Bourdillon Address, Part 1

    07/22/2023

    Sir Bernard Bourdillon Address, Part 1

    On the 17th of March, 1941, Sir Bernard Henry Bourdillon addressed the Legislative Council in Lagos, Nigeria as regards the progress of the Colony as well as estimates for the years 1942, 1941, and 1940 and an update on war efforts from Nigeria. Sir Bernard Bourdillon also mentioned to the council that the departments of Marine and Ports were merged most importantly to cut costs as the war was having adverse negative effects in certain areas affecting Nigeria. Another department affected by the ongoing war at that point was the Railway Department, which was in fact incapable of meeting its very high capital charges and at in making full contributions to the Renewals Fund. Contributions to the war efforts from the North were heavy and traditional rulers always gave a percentage from their salary and taxation had been exceptionally prompt. In this episode, we delve into the lengthy speech given by the Governor himself which we broke into two parts. Let us know if you have any questions, comments or suggestions. Kindly rate our podcast 5 🌟 on your respective listening platforms. Instagram: @thefacadenigeria Twitter: @FacadeNigeria TikTok: @thefacadenigeria Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
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