Project - The Lagos Island Temple Building Project
The Island of Lagos Temple Building Project is a proposed center for Rosicrucian excellence and positive publicity to the Rosicrucian Order AMORC. It is planned as a focal point for spreading the Sacred Light of Rosicrucianism in the Lagos Island area and the Grand Lodge in general. The project is an audacious attempt to erect a model building and premises that reflect the utmost beauty and purity of the Rosicrucian ideal, where “our consciousness finds shelter here in harmonious surroundings.“
The Lagos Island Temple will serve a wide area in the densely populated Lagos – a geographical cluster stretching from parts of Surulere to Lagos Island to Victoria Island/Ikoyi all the way to Ajah and up to Epe bordering the neighbouring Ogun State.
History - History of the Lagos Island Temple Building Project
Lagos Island Chapter AMORC (LICA) became a Pronaos of the English West Africa Administration of the Order in 1982. However, plans to build a place of worship began in 1996, over 25 years ago, when the Affiliated Body relocated to its current site and began activities within a small, make-shift wooden enclosure. Plagued by delays in Government approval to build, and after several unsuccessful attempts to commence building, the approval to commence work would only be received in July 2021 following which construction commenced in September 2023.
Status - Status of Work and Project Milestones
Project Timeline
Project Timelines
The construction of the Lagos Island Temple is projected to stretch through 30 months, for which 14 months would have been expiated by EOY 2024, and with projected completion by April 2026.
Project Statistics
The outcomes from construction of the LICA Temple Building Project since commencement are captured in the vital numbers below
₦23,694,489
Funds so far injected directly into Project
126 Days
Construction days since Project commenced
13%
Percentage completion of Project
* Figures as at Friday 18th October 2024
Completion – Pictorial Inspiration for the Temple Project
We are greatly inspired by the dreams and labours of love of others before us. Since the mid-1990s when the dream of a model Rosicrucian Temple was birthed in many members, we have held this dream in incubation, nurturing it and never letting go of the desire for a befitting place for work and worship. May you too be inspired by the spirit of Rosicrucian excellence we hope to reproduce.
Donate – Be part of our bold Project
We are greatly inspired by the labours of love of many before us. If you would like to make a donation to the Lagos Island Temple Building Project, or to participate in a fundraising initiative, we welcome such support to the project. The Project’s mission ensures that your support of the work is an eternal investment for the good of our Order.
All donations are payable to:
LICA Temple Building Fund Account
Bank: Union Bank
Account name: Lagos AMORC A/C 2
Account No: 0036322852
You can also partner or participate in a fundraising initiative. If you would like to know more about this or have any inquiries about making a donation, please contact us on: +234 706 664 5240, +234 703 434 0202
Where funds have gone *
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Where funds have gone *
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* Lagos Island Temple Building Project Expenditure of N23,694,489 for the period 24th April 2023 – 18th October 2024
Project elements and cost
The Temple Building Project is broken down into phases and elements to provide funding options to those who may wish to take on certain aspects of the work. Rates stated are all-in-rates, i.e. inclusive of materials, labour, etc.
| Phase | Element | Description | No | Unit Cost (₦) | Total Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground floor | Formwork mould for casting all columns | Type A (225mm x 225mm) | 2 Units | 126,000 | ||
| Type B (465mm x 225mm) | 1 Unit | 220,500 | ||||
| Reinforced Concrete Columns | Type A (225mm x 225mm) | 26 Units | 56,000 | |||
| Type B (465mm x 225mm) | 8 units | 68,500 | ||||
| Blockwall Concrete Beams | 225mm thick Blockwall | 1,450 pcs | 760 | |||
| Laying of blocks | 192 m2 | 2,400 | ||||
| 225mm x 225mm | 12 Units | |||||
| Electrical | ||||||
| Plumbing | ||||||
Contact
Contact us for Project-related inquiries
- +234 706 664 5240, +234 703 434 0202
- Plot 4 Adeniyi Coker Street, Dideolu Estate, Off Ligali Ayorinde Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
Project Mission
Be true to the Rosicrucian ideals throughout the lifecycle of Project
Be entirely transparent in communicating to all stakeholders
Ensure quality in building and construction practices
Be most judicious in the use of all funds donated to the project
Make no compromise on health and safety of workers and members
Protect the interest of the Order in all project-related activities
This webpage, www.licatemple.online, is developed for the sole purpose of communicating information on the construction of the Lagos Island Temple Building Project to relevant stakeholders, and will exist for the duration of the construction Project. Any other use is strictly prohibited.
Lagos Island Chapter AMORC (LICA)
Plot 4 Adeniyi Coker Street, Dideolu Estate, Victoria Island, Lagos.
English Grand Lodge for West Africa
Rosicrucian Park, 2nd Avenue, State Housing Estate, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria.