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BREAKING: Obasa storms Lagos Assembly, takes over Speaker’s office

 

The former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has stormed the assembly complex in company of Police protection and a few members.

Obasa, who was ousted as Speaker in January appears to enjoy the backing of powerful political operatives in the state who have vowed to ensure his return as Speaker.

It was learnt that he was in the company of some security officials and a few members when he entered the Speaker’s Office around 12 noon on Thursday.

The development followed the withdrawal of the security aides of the Speaker, Mojisola Meranda.

The Chief Press Secretary to Meranda, Segun Ajiboye, confirmed the latest in a short message on Thursday, accused Obasa and his team of allegedly breaking into the Speaker’s office.