The Badagry Slave Trade Museum, one of Nigeria’s most significant historical landmarks, has recorded its highest visitor numbers in five years, welcoming over 12,000 visitors in the first quarter of 2026 alone.
Rising Interest in Historical Tourism
According to the Museum’s curator, Chief (Dr.) Sunday Adegbite, the surge is driven by increased awareness, school educational tours, and diaspora visitors tracing their heritage.
Why Visitors Are Coming
- ✅ The refurbished Point of No Return monument
- ✅ Guided heritage walking tours
- ✅ New exhibition galleries with rare artefacts
- ✅ Easy access with improved road networks
The Museum now operates extended hours (8 AM – 6 PM) to accommodate the growing crowd. A visit to Badagry is incomplete without stopping by this iconic site — and then relaxing at Rosh Beach Resort just minutes away! 🏖️