Security Aides of Speaker Meranda Withdrawn Amid Leadership Crisis
Tensions escalated at the Lagos State House of Assembly today, February 27, as impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa stormed the Assembly complex with a convoy of heavily armed police officers. This development comes just hours after the security details of his successor, Speaker Meranda Mojisola, were abruptly withdrawn.
Obasa, who was removed from office last month, arrived with over 11 police officers and proceeded straight to the Speaker’s office, ignoring his colleagues who were gathered in the Assembly’s garden deliberating on the ongoing crisis. His sudden reappearance has fueled speculation about a possible power tussle within the legislative arm.
The withdrawal of security aides assigned to Speaker Meranda has left both the Assembly building and its leadership exposed, raising concerns over the stability and governance of the House. As the situation unfolds, all eyes remain on the Lagos Assembly to see how lawmakers will navigate this brewing political storm.
