Nigeria, July 28 -- The Lagos State Government has come under criticism over the recent renaming of streets and bus stops, with human rights activist and Sahara Reporters publisher Omoyele Sowore describing the move as xenophobic and driven by ethnic interests.

The Bariga Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of the state last week announced a sweeping renaming of roads and landmarks across the area, including the popular "Charly Boy Bus Stop," which was changed to "Olamide Adedeji (Baddo) Street" in honour of the street-savvy lyrical musician.

During the commissioning of several community-focused projects on Friday, the Bariga LCDA chairperson, Kolade Alabi, announced the renaming of multiple streets.

According to Mr Alabi, the move w...