Established in 1895 by the United Presbyterian Mission in Scotland, Hope Waddell Training Institution (HWTI) in Calabar is Nigeria's first comprehensive school and premier secondary institution. Named after Rev. Hope Masterton Waddell, it was founded to offer both academic education and technical vocational skills, becoming a pioneer in maritime training, agriculture, and technical trades in West Africa.

Why You Should Visit

Visiting HWTI offers a unique journey back to the cradle of Western education in Eastern Nigeria. It is a living museum where you can walk through the history of Nigerian education, witnessing early colonial-era architecture, such as the historic wooden "Premier Building" (presently being restored) and the remnants of the first printing press set up in 1920. It is an essential stop for historians, researchers, and tourists interested in the educational, missionary, and political history of Nigeria.