Lagos Assembly Crisis: 36 Lawmakers Stand Firmly Behind Speaker Meranda

The Lagos State House of Assembly has been embroiled in a deepening crisis, with ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa attempting to regain power. However, in a bold move, 36 lawmakers have come out in support of Speaker Mojisola Meranda, reaffirming their confidence in her leadership.

The lawmakers, who convened at the assembly garden on Thursday afternoon, rejected Obasa’s attempt to regain power. This show of support comes after Obasa’s forceful return to the speaker’s office, which has been widely rejected by the lawmakers.

The crisis began when Obasa was impeached on January 13, 2025, over allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. Meranda, his deputy, was subsequently elected as the new Speaker, making her the first female to hold the position in the South-West state.

However, Obasa’s return has sparked tensions, with legislative workers protesting against his reinstatement and clashes with Department of State Services (DSS) officials. Despite the growing tensions, Meranda has continued to preside over plenary sessions, with lawmakers voicing their support for her leadership.

The DSS has also clarified its role in the Assembly’s security, stating that it was requested to provide additional security due to concerns over Obasa’s return [2]. The Police Service Commission has also appointed a new Commissioner of Police for Lagos State, Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, amid the rising tensions.

The situation remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the lawmakers are standing firm behind Meranda, and Obasa’s attempt to regain power has been met with strong resistance. As the crisis continues to unfold, many are watching closely to see how the matter will be resolved.

In the meantime, Speaker Meranda has called for calm and urged lawmakers to remain focused on their duties. “We must not allow this crisis to distract us from our responsibilities to the people of Lagos,” she said.

The Lagos State Government has yet to comment on the matter, but it’s expected that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will intervene to resolve the crisis. As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the Lagos State House of Assembly is at a crossroads, and the outcome will have far-reaching implications for the state and its people.