- The Ajeromi Local Government Area of Lagos State has renamed several streets, sparking controversy among residents and officials.
- The renaming includes iconic Mba Street, now dedicated to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
- Residents claim the changes disproportionately affect streets with Igbo names.
- Officials argue the process was impartial and followed local government requirements.
- The council claims affected streets failed to comply with administrative procedures over decades.
- Many residents were unaware of the name changes and expressed frustration over the lack of prior consultation.
- The council released an official statement detailing the changes, which include renaming 24 streets after prominent individuals.
The recent renaming of streets in Lagos State’s Ajeromi Local Government Area has sparked intense debate among residents and officials. At the center of the controversy is the renaming of iconic Mba Street to Sanwo-Olu Road, after Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Residents claim the changes disproportionately affect streets with Igbo names, while officials argue the process was impartial and followed local government requirements. Jumor Lukman, the council’s secretary, explained that the affected streets failed to comply with administrative procedures over decades .
Despite government explanations, many residents were unaware of the name changes. For instance, Uzor Street is now renamed Kalejaiye Adeboye Street. Residents like Mr. Agu, who has lived in the area for 40 years, expressed frustration over the lack of prior consultation. “Adjusting to the new names will not be easy for us,” he said.
The council released an official statement detailing the changes, which include renaming 24 streets after prominent individuals. However, the controversy highlights the disconnect between the local government’s administrative actions and community engagement.
