The Lagos State House of Assembly has reinstated Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker, marking a dramatic twist in the state's legislative crisis.
Obasa was nominated by Hon. Noheem Adams (Eti Osa Constituency 1) and seconded by Hon. Nureni Akinsaya (Mushin Constituency) during a plenary session currently ongoing at the Assembly chambers.
Lagos Assembly Crisis: A Recap
The power struggle within the Lagos State House of Assembly began in January 2025, when 32 lawmakers voted to remove Obasa alongside ex-Clerk Olalekan Onafeko.
However, in a surprising turn of events, Speaker Mojisola Meranda resigned on Monday, March 3, paving the way for Obasa’s return to power.
Meranda Sworn in as Deputy Speaker
Following her resignation as Speaker, Meranda was nominated and sworn in as the Deputy Speaker of the House, solidifying the new leadership structure.
With Obasa's return, the Lagos Assembly crisis appears to be settling, but political analysts will be watching closely to see how the House of Assembly moves forward under its reinstated leadership.
