Security measures have been heightened at the Lagos State House of Assembly ahead of Monday’s plenary session as the controversy surrounding the impeachment of Speaker Mudashiru Obasa continues to unfold.
Reports indicate that assembly officials have been directed to present valid identity cards to gain entry to the premises. In a notice signed by Omotayo Adekemi on behalf of the Acting Clerk of the House, Taiwo Ottun, staff and legislative aides were reminded of the directive.
“Regarding management directives, all staff members and legislative aides must present valid identity cards to access the House premises,” the notice stated. It further clarified that individuals without valid identification would be denied access.
Taiwo Ottun also assured that the Lagos State Police Command is on standby to ensure order, regardless of developments during the session.
Meanwhile, Mudashiru Obasa has maintained that his impeachment did not follow due process and has asserted his position as Speaker.
“I am not disturbed or perturbed and I am not afraid. I will debunk all the allegations leveled against me by the House,” Obasa said. “I have not done anything wrong. I have been a lawmaker for over two decades and I am the longest-serving lawmaker in the House.”
The political tension has drawn attention to Monday’s plenary as stakeholders await the next developments in the ongoing dispute.