The Bariga Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has caused a stir on social media after announcing the renaming of the well-known Charly Boy Bus Stop to (Olamide) Baddo Bus Stop.
A source reported that the LCDA Chairman, Kolade Alabi, made this known on Friday during the inauguration of a series of people-oriented projects.
According to a report several streets within the council were renamed, this including inaugurated community-focused projects.
The commissioned projects include a new legislative chamber, 21 roads spread across the LCDA, five primary health centres, three newly constructed primary schools, and a fire station.
Alabi stated that these projects were designed to improve the council area’s infrastructure, education, and emergency response services.
Speaking, the LG chairman explained the motivation behind the renaming of the streets, he said: “As an administration, we took our time to reflect on a number of our people who have put the name of our local council out on the global map through their respective God given talents and craft.
“I also want to thank eminent personalities in our nation and our beloved state, as well as the Local Council, who have contributed immensely to the development of our nation and our state. Today, we will be officially renaming streets in honour of the legacies”
The development has stirred mixed reactions from Nigerians on social media.
One user wrote: “What change does this brings to people’s life I just dey ask o.”
Another user, “Misplaced priorities.”
“Na Charly Boy bus stop we know” one user commented
One user wrote: “National Anthem wen Una Change nobody don Sabi am.”
One user wrote: “LmaoooooThat Charley boy road will always remain Charley boy sha..argue with your keypad.Olamide road kor.”
One user wrote: “Even the name NEPA never rest when light goes off and comes on.”
Another user wrote: “You change NEPA to another name but we still call them NEPA so enjoy.”
