Nigeria Lagos Mission
The Nigeria Lagos Mission is one of 11 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Nigeria, centered on Lagos. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 1980 (originally the Africa West Mission)
- Mission leadersEdward K. and Elizabeth E. Senanu began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in English and Yoruba; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Accra Ghana Temple, about 255 mi (410 km) from Lagos.
- WeatherNear Lagos, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 84°F / 29°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 76°F / 25°C), with roughly 1,128 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June and July.
- The Church hereNigeria has about 274,043 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- 6 Gbemi Oluwa Close, Off Sule Abuka Crescent, Off Opebi Road,, lkeja, Lagos State, Nigeria
- Phone
- +234 80-3904-4763
Source: Official Church area website official as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Edward K. and Elizabeth E. Senanu
Serving since July 2025 · new leaders expected July 2028
Source: Church Newsroom 2025 · as of October 8, 2026
Meet your mission leadersSee their photos on the official Church area site →Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: temperate · about 1128 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Jun, Jul.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 83°F / 28°C | 80°F / 27°C | 21 mm |
| Feb | 83°F / 28°C | 81°F / 27°C | 35 mm |
| Mar | 84°F / 29°C | 82°F / 28°C | 56 mm |
| Apr | 84°F / 29°C | 82°F / 28°C | 62 mm |
| May | 84°F / 29°C | 81°F / 27°C | 135 mm |
| Jun | 82°F / 28°C | 78°F / 26°C | 285 mm |
| Jul | 79°F / 26°C | 77°F / 25°C | 139 mm |
| Aug | 78°F / 26°C | 76°F / 25°C | 73 mm |
| Sep | 79°F / 26°C | 77°F / 25°C | 150 mm |
| Oct | 81°F / 27°C | 78°F / 26°C | 148 mm |
| Nov | 83°F / 28°C | 80°F / 27°C | 58 mm |
| Dec | 83°F / 28°C | 80°F / 27°C | 18 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
English, Yoruba
English uses the Latin alphabet; spelling is irregular, so listen a lot. Accents vary widely by region (US South, Caribbean, Scottish, Australian, Nigerian, etc.).
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Lagos Nigeria Temple — Under construction (10 May 2025) · in or near Lagos
- Benin City Nigeria Temple — Under construction (24 May 2025) · about 153 mi (247 km) from Lagos
- Accra Ghana Temple — Operating (11 January 2004) · about 255 mi (410 km) from Lagos
- Aba Nigeria Temple — Operating (7 August 2005) · about 288 mi (464 km) from Lagos
The Church in Nigeria
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- English
- Church Membership
- 274,043
- Congregations
- 880 (569 Wards, 311 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 11
- Operating Temples
- 1
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- Africa/Lagos
- Currency
- NGN
- Country code
- +234
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 3: Reconsider Travel as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 1980
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Greet elders respectfully; titles matter.
- Follow mission safety guidance closely.
Foods: Jollof rice, Pounded yam and egusi, Suya, Puff-puff
Family groups
Connect with other families
- LDS Lagos Mission Single Adults Group
- Lagos Mission Facebook Group
- Nigeria Lagos Brethren Mission Group
- Lagos Mission Return Missionaries Group
- LDS Lagos Mission Returnees Group
- Nigeria Lagos Mission RM (2001-2005) Group
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Nigeria Lagos Mission?
The mission leaders are Edward K. and Elizabeth E. Senanu, who began serving around July 2025, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2028.
What is the Nigeria Lagos Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at 6 Gbemi Oluwa Close, Off Sule Abuka Crescent, Off Opebi Road,, lkeja, Lagos State, Nigeria. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Nigeria Lagos Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Nigeria Lagos Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in English and Yoruba. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Nigeria Lagos Mission?
Near Lagos, the warmest month is usually March (average high about 84°F / 29°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 76°F / 25°C), with roughly 1,128 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are June and July. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Nigeria Lagos Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Accra Ghana Temple (about 410 km) and Aba Nigeria Temple (about 464 km).
When was the Nigeria Lagos Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 1980. It was originally called the Africa West Mission.
Other missions in Nigeria
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources