The Maranhão Public Prosecutor's Office (MP-MA) has initiated a legal action requesting the suspension of Law No. 19/2025, which changes the name of a sports field in the municipality of Codó. This field, previously known as Campo de Tiro, is being renamed to 'Campo da Pegada'—a term closely associated with Mayor Francisco Carlos de Oliveira, also popularly known as 'Chiquinho FC'. The request is aimed at preventing any perceived personal promotion of the mayor through the renaming of this public asset.

The investigation has raised concerns regarding the appropriateness of such a name change, particularly since the term 'pegada' has been frequently used by the mayor and his supporters during his electoral campaign and subsequent governmental activities. The public prosecutor, Raphaell Bruno Aragão Pereira de Oliveira, emphasizes in the civil action that the new name creates a direct connection between the public field and the political figure, which could be seen as an abuse of public resources for personal gain.

This legal action highlights the ongoing tension between public officials and accountability measures in Brazil. As more citizens and institutions push for transparency and ethical governance, cases like this one in Codó may set important precedents regarding the use of public property and the influence of political branding in local governance. The decision on this lawsuit could impact not only the future of the field's name but also broader discussions on political conduct and its implications for public trust in local government.