Mojeed Fatai Succeeds Lasbat-Meranda As Lagos Deputy Speaker

Sequel to the impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa as speaker , the Lagos State House of Assembly has elected Mojeed Fatai representing Ibeju-Lekki State Constituency 1 as the new deputy Speaker.

His election follows the elevation of the former deputy Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Mojisola Lasbat-Meranda of Apapa State Constituency 1 to the position of speaker.

The development arises after the State House of Assembly unanimously impeached former Speaker, Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, of Agege State Constituency 1.

Speaking to journalists on Monday at the Lagos Assembly complex, Hon. Abiodun Tobun, representing Epe Constituency 1, disclosed that the impeachment was a unanimous decision by the lawmakers. Tobun emphasised that the action was necessary to protect the integrity of the legislature and the state.

“The lawmakers agreed to take this step to safeguard our image and Lagos State. Change is inevitable, and we felt it was time for a new direction,” Tobun said.

He explained that the 1999 Constitution (as emended) empowers the Assembly to regulate its proceedings and members of the House reached a consensus to end Obasa’s tenure.

Following the impeachment, Hon. Mojisola Meranda Lasbat was sworn-in as the new Speaker, with Hon. Fatai Ajibola assuming the role of Deputy Speaker.

“All standing committees and principal officer positions have been dissolved. We are determined to work together to elevate the Assembly and deliver on our responsibilities to Lagosians,” Tobun added.

The lawmakers assured the public of their commitment to the progress and stability of Lagos State under the new leadership.
As a mark of acceptability in the new rapprochement, the Conference 57 Local Government and Local Council Development Area Chairmen in Lagos State has congratulated Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda on her election as the first female Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.