The Lagos State House of Assembly (LSHA) is indeed in a state of turmoil, and it’s all centered around Mudashiru Obasa. He was removed as Speaker on January 13, 2025, and replaced by Mojisola Meranda, the first female Speaker.

Obasa, however, has refused to accept his removal and has been trying to reclaim his position. This has led to a heated standoff, with the situation escalating to the point where security forces took over the assembly complex on Monday, February 17, 2025.

The security lockdown, which included police and operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS), has left lawmakers, staff, and the public on edge. The DSS even sealed off the offices of the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, and Acting Clerk.

The crisis has sparked widespread reactions, with many questioning the legality of the security clampdown. Some have called for calm and dialogue, while others fear that the situation could escalate into a full-blown constitutional crisis.

Upon his return, Obasa claimed he was still in charge and even instituted a legal action against the Lagos Assembly, seeking his reinstatement. However, his efforts were met with resistance, and President Bola Tinubu’s directive to the Governor Advisory Council (GAC) of Lagos State to return Obasa to his position was reportedly not implemented.

The situation took a dramatic turn when security operatives, believed to be from the Department of State Security (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), took over the assembly complex, sealing the offices of the current Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, her deputy, and clerk.

This development has raised concerns about the legitimacy of Obasa’s claim to the speaker seat and the potential consequences of his actions on the stability of the Lagos State House of Assembly.

It’s unclear how the situation will unfold, but one thing is certain – the LSHA is in a state of turmoil, and it’s all centered around Obasa’s refusal to accept his removal as Speaker.