66 m. ago Impeached Lagos Speaker Obasa Presides Over Plenary With Four Lawmakers

Embattled former speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. Meanwhile, over 26 other members of the assembly […] The post Impeached Lagos Speaker Obasa Presides Over Plenary With Four Lawmakers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago Speaker Meranda Stripped Of Security Protection Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly

All security aides attached to Speaker Mojisola Meranda of the Lagos State House of Assembly have been withdrawn. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that as of Thursday morning, security details attached to the speaker including police officers have been withdrawn. The development is coming amid leadership crisis within the Assembly. Recall that former speaker, Mudashiru Obasa was […] The post Speaker Meranda Stripped Of Security Protection Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago Lagos Assembly Members Reject Obasa, Reaffirm Meranda As Speaker

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected claims by the ousted Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, that he was back in office and remained the Speaker. LEADERSHIP reports that Obasa, escorted by a large contigent of security operatives, stormed the House of Assembly on Thursday, declaring that he was back in office. The development […]

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2 h. ago Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’

Tribune Online Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ …describes Thursday’s event as Uncalled for, charade and embrassment  The 36 lawmakers of the Lagos State House of Assembly loyal to the Speaker, Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, have called on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to communicate their stand regarding the speakership tussle in the house as against rumours making rounds.  The Spokesman […] Lagos lawmakers to APC leaders: ‘Call us and tell your decision to our face’ Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Lagos lawmakers reject Obasa, insist Meranda remains speaker

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have rejected Mudashiru Obasa as the Speaker of the parliament. Speaking with journalists at the assembly complex on Thursday, the lawmakers refuted Obasa’s claim that he remains the speaker. The 36 lawmakers reaffirmed their support for the current speaker, Mojisola Meranda, insisting that she is the speaker Read More

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6 h. ago BREAKING: ‘I’m Back To Office As Lagos Speaker’, Obasa Declares

The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, announced on Thursday that he has returned and assumed the position of Speaker of the Assembly. Obasa stated this after returning to the Assembly for the first time since after his impeachment on January 13. “I’ve resumed and I remain the Speaker of […]

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6 h. ago Why Meranda’s security was pulled: Police cite lack of approval

By Sunday Ani Following the withdrawal of police escorts from the embattled Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, earlier today, a police source, who preferred anonymity, has revealed that it was due to a lack of valid approval. Earlier, Meranda’s Special Adviser on Information, Mr Victor Ganzallo, informed us that the […] The post Why Meranda’s security was pulled: Police cite lack of approval appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago JUST IN: Obasa arrives Lagos Assembly with heavy security, occupies Speaker’s office

Tribune Online JUST IN: Obasa arrives Lagos Assembly with heavy security, occupies Speaker’s office The impeached Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has arrived at the Complex with heavy security operatives. The embattled speaker came with more than 11 Police officers and headed straight to the Speaker’s Office amidst reports of the withdrawal of the new speaker’s security operatives. TribuneOnline reports Thursday morning that police […] JUST IN: Obasa arrives Lagos Assembly with heavy security, occupies Speaker’s office Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Police restore Obasa’s security details, withdraw Meranda’s, as ex

Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa who was impeached as speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly in January may return to his read more Police restore Obasa’s security details, withdraw Meranda’s, as ex-Lagos Speaker set for return

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8 h. ago Lagos Assembly: Speaker Meranda’s security withdrawn amid crisis

Things have taken an interesting turn at the Lagos State House of Assembly as the latest reports reveal that all security details assigned to Speaker Mojisola Meranda have been withdrawn. The Assembly has been embroiled in a crisis since the impeachment of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, and things came to a climax on Wednesday when […] The post Lagos Assembly: Speaker Meranda’s security withdrawn amid crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Police escorts assigned to Lagos Speaker, Meranda, withdrawn

Tribune Online Police escorts assigned to Lagos Speaker, Meranda, withdrawn Police escorts assigned to Lagos Speaker, Meranda, withdrawnnPolice escorts assigned to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda, have been withdrawn with immediate effect, including those securing the Assembly complex. Police escorts assigned to Lagos Speaker, Meranda, withdrawn Tribune Online

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11 h. ago [JUST IN] Lagos Assembly crisis: Speaker Meranda’s security aides withdrawn

All security aides attached to Speaker Mojisola Meranda of the Lagos State House of Assembly have been withdrawn. The PUNCH can report that as of Thursday morning, security details attached to the speaker including police officers have been withdrawn. The PUNCH cannot immediately verify who authorised the withdrawal but a source close to the Speaker Read More

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11 h. ago Lagos Assembly crisis: Speaker Meranda’s security aides withdrawn

All security aides attached to Speaker Mojisola Meranda of the Lagos State House of Assembly have been withdrawn. The PUNCH can report that as of Thursday morning, security details attached to the speaker including police officers have been withdrawn. The PUNCH cannot immediately verify who authorised the withdrawal but a source close to the Speaker Read More

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65 h. ago Lagos Assembly speaker: Meranda may step down as Akande panel shortlists seven

The speakership crisis rocking the Lagos State House of Assembly might be resolved soon as the intervention of heavyweights in the All Progressives Congress may be leading to a headway. The impeached Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa and the current Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, might be stepping aside for another lawmaker to lead the House, The PUNCH learnt. Read More

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7 d. ago Lagos Assembly: Obasa denies stockpiling arms, Meranda refutes resignation claim

The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, on Wednesday, denied reports linking him to stockpiling guns at his office at the assembly. This is as the current Speaker of the House, Mojisola Meranda, denied resigning from her position. Obasa denied reports linking him to some firearms allegedly uncovered at his Read More

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8 d. ago Obasa denies alleged discovery of firearms at Lagos assembly office

The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has denied reports linking him to some firearms allegedly uncovered at his office. Online reports on Tuesday alleged that 47 pump-action guns were discovered by officials of the Department of State Services during a visit to the assembly on Monday. Some versions of Read More

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8 d. ago ‘It’s Lie From Pit Of Hell’, Lagos Speaker Meranda Denies Resignation Rumour

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, has refuted rumour claiming that she had stepped down from her position. Meranda’s Chief Press Secretary, Segun Ajiboye, debunked the rumour on Wednesday, clarifying that his principal is presently in her office doing her job as the Speaker of the House. “I’m in […]

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8 d. ago APC States’ Lawmakers Back Lagos Speaker, Seek Legislature’s Security

The All Progressives Congress (APC) States Assembly Forum (ASAF), has called on security agencies to safeguard the legislative arm of government in states and protect the new Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Mojisola Meranda. ASAF, which held its 35th congress in Kaduna on Tuesday similarly called on the Lagos State members […]

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9 d. ago Portable: Ashabi breaks down, begs God for husband amid Police case

By Seyi Babalola Following his recent legal fights, Nigerian actress Ashabi Simple has tearfully prayed for divine intervention on her husband’s behalf, Habeeb Okikiola, aka Portable. Portable, a prominent singer known for his outspoken nature and provocative acts, was recently proclaimed sought by Nigerian police on charges of assaulting officials from the Ogun State Government. […] The post Portable: Ashabi breaks down, begs God for husband amid Police case appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Timini Egbuson’s “Reel Love” Movie Breaks Box Office Records On Valentine’s Day Premiere

Nollywood actor Timini Egbuson has broken box office records with his cinema debut, Reel Love, which premiered on February 14. The movie star took to his Instagram page on Monday to celebrate his success, announcing that his project had grossed over ninety-nine million naira at the box office. His film set several new records, including […] The post Timini Egbuson’s “Reel Love” Movie Breaks Box Office Records On Valentine’s Day Premiere appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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