Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo has criticised President Tinubu for renaming national institutions after himself, warning that self-immortalisation won’t outlast poor governance. His remarks followed the rebranding of the International Conference Centre to Bola Tinubu ICC, a move that has sparked widespread satire and concern across social media.
- Soyombo listed 6 public facilities renamed after Tinubu within 2 years.
- Warns that future leaders could reverse all such names “in weeks.”
- Public comments mock the trend, calling it excessive and self-serving.
- Critics say achievements should define legacy, not name inscriptions.
What began as a symbolic gesture by supporters has turned into a public branding exercise by the presidency, critics argue. Soyombo’s intervention strikes a nerve: Nigerians are less concerned with signage than survival—joblessness, insecurity, and inflation still dominate the national mood. Online satire reflects deeper discontent.
Tinubu’s name may be on walls, but Nigerians are asking: Is it in the hearts of the people? As Soyombo notes, “Impact outlives inscriptions.” With three years or more still to go, the question remains—will legacy follow the name, or be erased with it?
In just two years, President Bola Tinubu has named/renamed at least six edifices/institutions after himself:
Bola Ahmed Tinubu Barracks, Abuja;
Bola Ahmed Tinubu Technology Innovation Complex (BATTIC), Abuja;
Bola Tinubu Polytechnic, Abuja;
Bola Ahmed Tinubu Way, Abuja;…
— ‘Fisayo Soyombo (@fisayosoyombo) June 11, 2025
