Obasa's US Trip Ends in Impeachment
Mudashiru Obasa, the former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, was impeached on January 13, 2025, amidst allegations of gross misconduct and abuse of office. The allegations against him included financial mismanagement, with reports of billions of naira being spent on official cars and utility buses that were never delivered. Additionally, there were claims of authoritarian leadership and lack of accountability, with the Finance Management Committee not having met officially since the 10th Assembly was inaugurated.
Obasa's impeachment was reportedly linked to his ambitions for the governorship seat of Lagos, with some sources suggesting that he was planning to run for the position in 2027. His impeachment was also seen as a move to restore trust in the system and ensure accountability in the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Obasa's impeachment came after he served as Speaker for nearly a decade, from June 2015 to January 2025. He was succeeded by Mojisola Meranda, who became the first female Speaker of the Lagos State House
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