C. 1962
The dome is an integral part of Sultan Bello Hall. The hall was designed by Maxwell, Fry & Jane (a UK firm) with a capacity for 406 students. It was named after Muhammed Bello 1781-1837, chief builder of the Sokoto Caliphate.
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A selection of photos taken by Brian Dugdale between 1962 and 1971
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Approx. date- 1960
Source: 'The Theatrical Aesthetics of Wole Soyinka and the Pyrates Confraternity'
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