Police Reinstate Obasa’s Security Details, Withdraw Meranda’s as Ex-Lagos Speaker Prepares to Return
In a recent turn of events, Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, the former speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly who was impeached on January 13, 2025, is gearing up for a comeback. Reports from Globaltimes indicate that his security details have been reinstated, coinciding with the withdrawal of security provisions for Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, Obasa’s former deputy.
The Transition of Power
Meranda, who stepped into the role of deputy speaker after Obasa’s removal, made history as the first female to hold the position in the state. However, her tenure as speaker seems to be coming to an end as key All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders took charge of intervening in the tumultuous situation within the House of Assembly. The former National Chairman of the APC, Chief Bisi Akande, former Governor of Osun State, Chief Olusegun Osoba, former Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Muiz Banire, and members of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC) joined forces with lawmakers to address the crisis.
During a crucial meeting over the weekend, Meranda’s fate was seemingly sealed as she was allegedly instructed to step down from her position. The resolutions reached by the leaders heavily favored Obasa’s return to power, with sources revealing that his removal was deemed illegal, prompting a directive for lawmakers to reinstate him.
The Path to Resolution
While the specifics of when the House will reconvene to implement these changes remain unclear, there is anticipation surrounding Obasa’s potential reinstatement as the Speaker. The recent developments signal a shift in the balance of power within the assembly, hinting at a significant recalibration of leadership roles.
A House Divided
Meranda’s decision to adjourn plenary indefinitely two weeks ago followed a chaotic incident in the assembly involving an incursion by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS). The upheaval within the legislative body underscored the mounting tensions and power struggles that have defined recent events, culminating in the current state of flux and uncertainty.
As the political landscape continues to evolve, the reinstatement of Obasa’s security details and the withdrawal of Meranda’s underscores the intricate dynamics at play within the Lagos House of Assembly. The interplay of personalities, party affiliations, and power dynamics has created a narrative rich with intrigue and suspense, captivating the attention of observers and stakeholders alike.
In the coming days, all eyes will be on the House of Assembly as it navigates the path towards resolution and stability. The unfolding drama serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities inherent in the realm of politics, where allegiances shift, alliances form, and power dynamics ebb and flow with the tides of change. As the saga continues to unfold, one thing remains certain: the future of the Lagos House of Assembly hangs in the balance, poised on the brink of a new chapter in its storied history.
