A Nigerian content creator has shared her fascinating experience after visiting one of the country's most architecturally unique buildings: a gigantic house constructed to resemble a Mercedes-Benz car.
A TikTok Tour of the Iconic Structure
The lady, who posts on TikTok as @preshgallery, documented her visit to the famous building located in Okpanam town, Delta State. In her video, she expressed excitement at finally seeing the structure in person, noting that she had previously seen it featured in several Nollywood movies. She confirmed she had a good time observing and touring parts of the exterior of the distinctive property.
Why She Didn't Go Inside the Mercedes House
Despite having permission from the owners to enter, the visitor admitted she only "peeped" inside and did not go in. She cited being in a hurry during her visit as one reason, but also confessed to feeling a sense of trepidation. "I peeped and was scared cos of those ancient pictures," she revealed, hinting at an interior that gave her pause. Her footage shows the impressive scale and detailed design of the house, which convincingly mimics the front grille and shape of the luxury automobile.
Nollywood Legacy and Online Reactions
The video sparked a flood of nostalgic comments from Nigerians who recognized the iconic building. Many confirmed its status as a classic Nollywood filming location, especially for palace scenes in movies produced between the early 2000s and around 2008. One user, @_itanitadarling, shared, "Mercedes house, it’s located in Okpanam town delta state. We went to play in this house a lot during my primary school days."
Another commenter, @JENZ LUXURY COLLECTION, added context: "This house was used to shot movies in those days... most of the palace movies where shot in this house. Am talking about between 2000 to 2008." Specific films were named, including "The Maidens," which featured stars like Mercy Johnson, John Dumelo, and Rita Dominic.
Other reactions ranged from curiosity to caution. While some followers, like @Cutepraise, urged her to "gather mind go inside next time," others understood her hesitation. @Chy collections warned ominously, "If dem tell u weytin happen inside dat house u go run for ur life." The conversation also revealed a common question: whether the unique house is currently inhabited or stands empty.
The Mercedes-Benz house remains a curious landmark and a testament to unconventional architectural ambition in Nigeria, continuing to capture the imagination of both locals and online audiences years after its construction.
