Controversy Trails Plan To Rename Liverpool Road After Seyi Tinubu

The decision by Oshodi-Isolo Local Government Chairman Kehinde Almaroof Oloyede to rename Liverpool Road after Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has drawn criticism from residents and observers.

Many are questioning what Seyi Tinubu has done to deserve such an honor, suggesting that the move may be more about political loyalty than genuine merit.

The road links the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway to the international airport.
While the chairman claims that the renaming is in recognition of Seyi Tinubu’s contributions to youth and community development, critics argue that there is little evidence to support such a claim.

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They were of the opinion that the move was more about Seyi’s connection to the President than his achievements.

Lagosians have pointed out that there are many deserving individuals who have made significant contributions to society but remain unrecognized.

They argue that public infrastructure should honor those who have had a direct and lasting impact on the community, rather than serving as a tool for political favoritism.

A resident of the state, Olamide Owolabi, while speaking on the planned renaming, said, “This is what we’ve turned politics to in Nigeria. The local government chairman is trying to please Seyi Tinubu to curry favour. How will a street be named after the son of the President when we have more deserving individuals? It is a shame on the local government chairman.”