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Video: Fashola Backs Street Naming in Lagos, Urges Yorubas to Preserve Culture and History

August 2, 2025 • 1 min read

August 2, 2025

By Ayinde Adeleke

Former Lagos State Governor and ex-Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola, has expressed strong support for the continued naming of streets and public places in Lagos after Yoruba heroes, icons, and historical references.

Speaking at a recent public event, Fashola emphasized the importance of cultural preservation, stating that Yoruba people must take deliberate steps to protect their heritage in a rapidly changing world. According to him, naming streets and landmarks after notable figures and cultural elements is a key way to pass down knowledge and pride to future generations.

“Our names, our stories, our language, these are not just cultural relics, they are tools of identity. If we don’t name our spaces, someone else will do it for us,” he warned.

Fashola called on traditional leaders, state authorities, and community stakeholders to intensify efforts in celebrating Yoruba excellence through symbolic acts like street naming, festivals, and educational campaigns.

His remarks come amid growing debates about cultural erosion and the dominance of foreign or non-indigenous names and influences in key urban centers like Lagos.

Video Credit: TYF Francophone World