"I'M BACK! Obasa Returns as Speaker Amidst Leadership Tussle

 

The former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has announced his return to power, claiming that he has resumed his position as Speaker despite being impeached on January 13.

Obasa made this declaration on Thursday, February 27, 2025, after arriving at the Lagos Assembly complex for the first time since his removal. He was escorted by a team of heavily armed police officers and operatives from the State Security Service (SSS).

“I’ve resumed, and I remain the Speaker of the Assembly,” Obasa stated confidently after storming the Assembly building.

Obasa was impeached in January by an overwhelming majority of lawmakers, who accused him of gross misconduct and abuse of office. Following his removal, Mojisola Lasbat Meranda was sworn in as the first female Speaker of the Lagos Assembly.

His sudden return has sparked political tension within the Assembly, raising questions about the legality of his claims and the next steps in the ongoing leadership tussle.

The dramatic turn of events has left Lagos residents and political observers wondering whether Obasa’s declaration will hold legal weight or if the Assembly will move to challenge his actions.

As the crisis unfolds, all eyes remain on the Lagos State government, lawmakers, and legal authorities to determine the legitimacy of Obasa’s claim and the stability of the legislative house.