President Bola Tinubu has allegedly ordered the reinstatement Mudashiru Obasa as Lagos Assembly Speaker, few weeks after his Impeachment
DAILY GIST recalls that Obasa was removed by the lawmakers over corruption allegations.
Peoples Gazette reports that the directive has sparked tension among legislators, many of whom fear the political implications of reversing their earlier decision.
It was gathered that Obasa has refused to vacate the official Speaker’s Lodge and continues to assert his authority.
Sources familiar with the situation revealed that Tinubu’s intervention is aimed at preventing further divisions within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos.
He reportedly told key political figures that allowing Obasa’s impeachment to stand could have serious consequences for the party’s control in the state.
Lawmakers have been told that Obasa will only serve for a short period before resigning on his own terms.
Despite Tinubu’s influence, many legislators are uneasy about the decision.
Some argued that reinstating Obasa would undermine their authority and set a dangerous precedent.
Those who played a key role in his removal are worried about retaliation, with one source describing the situation as “pacifying a snake after cutting off its head.”
To secure full compliance, Tinubu has summoned lawmakers to Abuja for a meeting on Monday.
Some lawmakers have already agreed to support the reinstatement, fearing the consequences of defying the president, who also leads the APC.
Others, however, are still resistant but may face pressure during the Abuja talks.
Meanwhile, Obasa has maintained control of the Speaker’s Lodge despite his removal.
Reports indicate that Meranda, the new Speaker, has not been able to take full possession of the residence.
Obasa allegedly returned from the United States after his impeachment and moved straight into the lodge, refusing to leave.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu also reportedly met with Obasa on Saturday at the State House in Marina to discuss his return.
