Powerful Lagos state speaker Obasa impeached on charges of fraud as female lawmaker Meranda takes over
The Lagos State House of Assembly members impeached Speaker Mudashiru Obasa on Monday, accusing him of multiple statutory and financial infractions.
Mr Obasa was subsequently replaced by his deputy Lasbat Meranda.
Mrs Meranda, who represents Apapa Constituency 1, was also a former chief whip of the House.
Recently Obasa has indicated interest to contest the 2027 governorship election where first son of the federation Seyi Tinubu has indicated interest to also take over from Governor Sanwolu.
The removal came days after The Gazette reported how Mr Obasa oversaw the withdrawal of N43.5 billion for back up vehicles for lawmakers, as well as other controversial activities.
Peoples Gazette understands that Mr Obasa was in Atlanta when he was impeached.
Mr Obasa, 52, was first elected Speaker on June 8, 2015, resuming office alongside former one-term governor Akinwunmi Ambode.
Repeated charges of fraud and political thuggery have marked his speakership. In 2020, The Gazette published a series of investigations detailing how Mr Obasa diverted Lagos funds to his personal firms and bank accounts. Sahara Reporters at the time also uncovered Mr Obasa’s assets across Lagos.
The EFCC invited him to be questioned after the anti-graft office became overwhelmed by media reports of Mr Obasa’s mismanagement. He denied all allegations, and no charges were filed after he met with detectives.
