In a significant political development, the Lagos State House of Assembly has impeached its Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, following allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office.
The impeachment occurred during a plenary session on Monday, January 13, 2025, where a majority of the lawmakers voted in favor of Obasa’s removal.
Obasa, who has represented Agege Constituency 1 since 2007 and served as Speaker since 2015, faced multiple allegations, including financial impropriety and abuse of office.
In the wake of Obasa’s removal, Deputy Speaker Mojisola Meranda was elected as the new Speaker, making her the first female to hold the position in the Lagos State House of Assembly.
The impeachment has elicited varied reactions from political observers and the public, with some Assembly workers reportedly celebrating the change in leadership.
As of now, Obasa has not publicly responded to his impeachment. The development marks a significant shift in the political landscape of Lagos State, with potential implications for the state’s governance and legislative activities.
For more detailed information, please refer to the original report by Punch Newspapers.
