Stake attention in this memory
This image displays a historical exhibit inside the First Storey Building, a significant landmark in Badagry, Nigeria. The scene features two primary subjects mounted on a vibrant green wooden plank wall. On the right, a black-and-white portrait of Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther is presented within a black frame with an ornate, possibly iridescent inner border. The sepia-toned image depicts an elderly Black man with a serious expression, facing forward. He has short, curly grey hair and a beard, and wears a dark clerical collar and a stole or shawl. Below the portrait, text identifies him as "BISHOP SAMUEL AJAYI CROWTHER," stating his birth and death dates (1809 - 31st December 1891), his birthplace (Osogun, Iseyin LGA, Oyo State), and noting that he was the first African Bishop, translated the English Bible into Yoruba inside the first storey building, and served as an interpreter. To the left of the framed portrait, a rectangular white plaque with black text provides a detailed biography of Reverend Samuel Ajayi Crowther. This text describes his capture, sale into slavery, liberation, education, conversion to Christianity, marriage, and extensive contributions to the propagation of Christianity in Nigeria, including his arrival in Badagry in 1842. The plaque confirms his role in translating religious texts and leading missionary efforts across various Nigerian towns. The wall behind the exhibits consists of horizontally aligned wooden planks, painted a solid, bright green. Some minor imperfections or inconsistencies are visible in the paint finish across the planks. The overall presentation suggests a well-maintained historical display within the building.
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