Passenger Confronts Danfo Conductor Over Renamed “Baddo Bus Stop” as Charly Boy Outrage Grows
Lagos, Nigeria – July 2025
Tensions flared on Lagos roads recently when a passenger challenged a danfo conductor for calling a stop by its former name—“Charly Boy Bus Stop”—instead of the newly designated “Baddo Bus Stop.” The incident highlights ongoing controversy over the renaming of the popular Bariga landmark.
Authorities have officially replaced the well-known “Charly Boy Bus Stop” with “Baddo Bus Stop,” prompting strong reactions from fans of the veteran entertainer Charles Oputa (a.k.a. Charly Boy) and sparked broader debate about cultural recognition in Lagos public spaces
Incident at a Glance
A video circulating online captures the moment a passenger angrily confronted the danfo conductor for announcing the old name. The dispute underscores confusion and resistance surrounding the renaming efforts, especially among residents familiar with the iconic label
Why the Renaming Sparked Outrage
Charly Boy himself has publicly criticized the change, arguing it undermines his cultural legacy and erases his contributions to activism and Nigerian music. He sees it as a symbolic act of erasure, calling for respect and preservation of legacy in public commemorations
Wider Reactions
Local social media users and community activists have weighed in, with some asserting that council officials warned conductors to avoid using the old name, citing Lagos State directive that the stop now be referred to as “Baddo Bus Stop.” One post emphasized potential punishment for those who flout the directive
