…Describes His Action As “Uncalled For And Unparliamentary.”
The Lagos State House of Assembly has affirmed its position on the impeachment of Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa as the Speaker.
The assembly emphasized unity behind the newly elected Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda.
In a statement signed by Hon. Ogundipe Stephen Olukayode, and shared via X (formerly known as Twitter), the Assembly underscored the legitimacy of the decision made during the plenary session on January 13, 2025.
“Over two-thirds of the members of the Lagos State House of Assembly are solidly united behind the new Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda. We stand by the decision taken and shall defend our position to the latter,” the statement read.
The Assembly reiterated that the impeachment process adhered to statutory orders and reflected the collective will of its members.
“All members were elected from their various constituencies across the state, and we all have the inalienable rights under the necessary statutory orders to remove principal officers, including the Speaker,” Olukayode stated.
The statement criticized Obasa’s continued resistance to his removal, describing his actions as “uncalled for and unparliamentary.”
It called for peace and urged the former Speaker to respect the Assembly’s decision, Vanguard reported.
In a direct appeal to Obasa, the Assembly warned against actions that could destabilize the political climate in Lagos.
“I, therefore, appeal to the former Speaker to toe the line of peace and harmony as being followed by others. The current intransigent posture will heat up the polity and not augur well,” the statement cautioned.