Meranda: See how Lagos lawmakers reacted on Obasa’s resumption as Speaker

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Following the return of controversial Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, some members of the Lagos State House of Assembly criticized the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) leadership in the state on Thursday.

The lawmakers referred to Obasa’s comeback as an embarrassment and a sham that needs to end.

Due to accusations of wrongdoing and embezzlement, Obasa was impeached by Assembly members in January.

Mojisola Meranda, his deputy, was sworn in as the new Speaker after he was removed.

Obasa, however, challenged the decision, claiming that due process was not followed in his dismissal.

Since he was never legally removed, the embattled lawmaker declared that he had returned to his position as Speaker when he stormed the Assembly premises on Thursday.

Despite their advice to maintain composure, the members demanded that the state’s APC leadership provide an explanation for Obasa’s return as Speaker.

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Speaking to reporters inside the complex, the lawmakers stated: “We appreciate the press for carrying out your duties despite all intimidations. You are here, you still see us—this is Lagos, and this is the Lagos State House of Assembly.

“We were approached by our leaders to remain calm and take things easy, but we were shocked to see what is happening today. We are still expecting them to come and tell us where we went wrong or what really went wrong.

“We won’t take the law into our hands, just as I told the staff not to do so. But we all represent different constituencies and have our mandates.

“Whatever happens, the leadership should engage with us directly and not subject us to this charade. We are not happy with what is happening, especially considering that this is Lagos—The Centre of Excellence—where everything starts and stops.

“We have been law-abiding and have not acted against the state or anyone. But we also demand respect, dignity, and recognition as elected representatives.

“I’m appealing to our party leadership: we can’t continue this way. You can see us. They have taken us to court, but what we are witnessing today is a charade—it is uncalled for.

“It is an embarrassment. When I arrived at the gate, security operatives stopped me and told me I couldn’t enter the House of Assembly.

“This must stop. We have made it clear that we are not against the leadership’s decision, but they should call us and speak to us directly—not leave us to hear rumours.

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