The Lagos State House of Assembly has cautioned its impeached Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, against taking actions that could destabilise the legislative arm and escalate political tensions.
The warning comes after Obasa, who addressed supporters upon his return from the United States on Saturday, claimed that his removal as Speaker did not follow due process.
In a statement on Saturday, signed by Ogundipe Olukayode on behalf of the Assembly, the lawmakers stood firm on their January 13 decision to impeach Obasa over allegations of misconduct and mismanagement.
The Assembly also reiterated its support for the newly elected Speaker, Mojisola Meranda.
“It is imperative to clarify that over two-thirds of the members of the Lagos State House of Assembly are solidly united behind the new Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda.
“We stand by the decision taken to impeach Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa and we shall defend our position to the latter,” the statement read.
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