The prolonged crisis rocking the Lagos State House of Assembly may soon come to an end as key players, Mudashiru Obasa and Lanre Sanusi Meranda, have agreed to a truce. According to reports, Obasa, the former Speaker of the House, will withdraw his lawsuit against the assembly and Meranda, who replaced him as Speaker ¹.
In exchange, Meranda will step down as Speaker, paving the way for Obasa's potential return to the position. This development follows interventions by heavyweights from the All Progressives Congress (APC), who have been working behind the scenes to resolve the crisis.
*Background of the Crisis*
The crisis began on January 13, 2025, when 36 lawmakers removed Obasa as Speaker and replaced him with Meranda, who was then the Deputy Speaker ¹. The move led to a protracted battle for control of the assembly, with Obasa taking the matter to court.
*Implications of the Deal*
The agreement between Obasa and Meranda is expected to bring stability to the Lagos State House of Assembly, allowing lawmakers to focus on their legislative duties. The deal also underscores the influence of the APC in resolving internal conflicts within the party.
As the details of the agreement become clearer, Lagosians will be watching to see how the development affects the state's governance and politics. One thing is certain, however: the crisis that has rocked the Lagos Assembly for weeks may finally be coming to an end.
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