Meranda Has Stepped Down As Speaker – Obasa

The impeached speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has claimed that the speaker of the House, Mojisola Meranda, has stepped down as the parliament leader.

Obasa, during an interview with Channels Television’s programme, Politics Today on Thursday, said Meranda resigned at the peace meeting held at the Lagos House in Marina last weekend.

He said, “When my security was withdrawn without my consent, did I complain? At the meeting held in Marina, which saw the attendance of all party leaders, it was made clear, with hopes that all members were present, that Meranda herself declared her resignation. She made it known that she has stepped down.

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“Now, when someone resigns from office, the associated paraphernalia is taken away. So, the question arises: Have you also resigned? Because we understand that part of the arrangement is for you to step down as well. Let them present the resignation letter. And if I were to resign, would I still be here? I’m sure you’d still address me as Speaker, even though we’ve never had a conversation before.”

Obasa maintained that his removal by 36 of the 40-member House is invalid, stressing that he remains the Lagos Assembly speaker.

“I have never been removed. I am not against removal, but it must follow the rules of the House and the Constitution,” he added.

Olamilekan Adigun

Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.

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