Throwback Thursday: The Adebisi Giwa Mansion, Ibadan

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The Adebisi Giwa Mansion at Idikan, Ibadan, South-west Nigeria in the ’70’s.

Adebisi Sanusi Giwa (1882- 1938) was a fabulously wealthy Producer, buyer and entrepreneur.

His famous Neo-classical mansion was built in the early 1900’s.

He was highly influential and well known for his generosity and philanthropy.

Adebisi was one of the first Ibadan citizens to own a motor car.

PHOTO CREDIT: PROF. DAVID ARADEON