Battle for Assembly Leadership in Lagos as Two Speakers Emerge

Battle for Assembly Leadership in Lagos as Two Speakers Emerge

By Fly Cable News

Lagos State has been thrown into political turmoil following the dramatic emergence of two claimants to the position of Speaker of the State House of Assembly. This unfolding saga has sparked widespread confusion and raised questions about the stability of the legislative body.

Last week, members of the Lagos State House of Assembly impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa while he was abroad in the United States. The impeachment, reportedly due to allegations of gross misconduct and corruption, paved the way for the installation of Mojisola Lasbat Meranda as the new Speaker. Notably, her appointment marks a historic moment as she becomes the first female Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.

Meranda’s ascendancy has received the endorsement of the highest decision-making body in Lagos, the Governance Advisory Council (GAC), led by Prince Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi. Prominent leaders across Lagos State have also thrown their support behind her, signaling a unified front among the political elite in favor of her leadership.

However, the situation took an unexpected twist with the return of the impeached Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, to Lagos. Speaking to reporters, Obasa rejected his impeachment, citing procedural irregularities. “I’m still the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly until the right thing is done,” he declared.

Obasa’s defiance has deepened the crisis, leaving Lagosians uncertain about who holds the legitimate authority. The conflicting claims have led to heightened tensions within the political landscape of the state, with some stakeholders calling for immediate intervention to prevent further escalation.

Observers are now watching closely to see how this high-stakes power struggle unfolds. Legal experts suggest that the legitimacy of the impeachment and subsequent appointment of Meranda may ultimately be decided in court. Meanwhile, citizens and political analysts alike are urging the Assembly to prioritize stability and adherence to due process to restore confidence in the state’s legislative system.

As the situation unfolds, Lagosians are left to wonder: who truly holds the gavel of authority in the Lagos State House of Assembly? Lagos Reporters will continue to monitor the situation closely.