Nigeria, July 17 -- Google Maps has updated its database to reflect the renaming of 24 streets by the Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area (LGA) of Lagos State.

A memo authorising the renaming was originally issued in 2024, although the exact date remains unknown. The memo signed by unnamed "council manager" resurfaced on social media in July 2025 and quickly went viral.

"This is to notify the general public that the old names of the aforementioned streets have been revoked. the names have been replaced with new ones," the document stated.

An X user who posted the memo also shared Google Maps screenshots reflecting the new names of the affected streets in the area.

On Thursday, a check by PREMIUM TIMES confirmed that Google Maps has...