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An event seven years in the making, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Lagos Nigeria Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 10 May 2025 was an occasion for great celebration. Under the presiding authority of Elder Alfred Kyungu of the Seventy, Africa West Area President, the groundbreaking and dedication ushered in a new era for Saints in Nigeria and surrounding areas.
During the October 2018 general conference, Church President Russell M. Nelson announced the intent to construct a temple in Lagos, and eager Nigerians — indeed, members across West Africa — have been looking for and praying for this day.
During the seven years since President Nelson’s announcement, attorneys, architects, project managers and others have been working diligently and consistently behind the scenes to ensure legal and regulatory compliance, arrange supply chains, work with civic and religious leaders and residents and more. These behind-the-scenes activities took time and great effort, but their resolution is what finally made the groundbreaking possible.
The Temple
Once completed, the temple will occupy a 2.7-acre site located at Rumens Road and Bourdillon Road in the Ikoyi neighborhood of Lagos, a city of approximately 16 million residents (according to Lagos State Government’s 2022 survey). The structure, spanning approximately 19,800 square feet, will include two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms and one baptistry. An arrival center and a building for patron housing also will be constructed on the site.
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