The Lagos State House of Assembly has impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, following allegations of corruption and financial misconduct. Obasa, who had led the Assembly since 2015, faced intense scrutiny after multiple reports of financial irregularities surfaced, including the controversial withdrawal of N43.5 billion for lawmakers’ vehicles. The impeachment process concluded with his deputy, Lasbat Meranda, being sworn in as the new Speaker.
The impeachment vote, which took place on Monday, sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Meranda, a former Chief Whip and representative for Apapa Constituency 1, is now tasked with steering the Assembly through this turbulent period. She will likely face significant pressure as she navigates the allegations and the fallout from Obasa’s removal.
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