The Lagos State House of Assembly has reacted to the statement made by the former Speaker of the House, Mudashiru Obasa, who is insisting that he remains the speaker.
According to a statement by Hon. Olukayode Ogundipe (Oshodi-Isolo Constituency-l) on behalf of the Assembly, it is imperative to clarify that over two-third of the members are united behind the new Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda.
On Saturday, Obasa faulted his removal, saying that it was important for the lawmakers to follow the constitutional procedure to remove him as speaker.
He also denied the allegations of corruption brought against him by the lawmakers during his removal, describing the alleged financial misappropriations as “impossible”.
But the lawmakers said on Sunday that nothing could change the decision taken on 13 January when Obasa was impeached as the Speaker.
Ogundipe said that as elected representatives of the people, the assembly members owe the public good governance and harmonious relationship with other arms of government.
He said: “The position of the house remains the same and nothing has changed. The position being canvassed by former Speaker, Rt Hon Obasa is uncalled for and unparliamentary”.
He further explained that the majority of members elected Obasa as Speaker for the 10th Assembly and later took a majority decision to remove him.
He appealed to Obasa to toe the line of peace and harmony as being followed by others.
