55 m. ago Speakership: Police Restore Meranda’s Security Escorts Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly

Lagos State Police Commissioner, Moshood Jimoh, has said that the command has restored all security escorts of Speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had earlier reported that security details attached to Mrs. Meranda, were removed while her rival, embattled former speaker, Mudashiru Obasa got back his security escorts. […] The post Speakership: Police Restore Meranda’s Security Escorts Amid Ongoing Crisis In Lagos Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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73 m. ago VIDEO: Meranda voluntarily resigned as Lagos Speaker, Obasa claims

Tribune Online VIDEO: Meranda voluntarily resigned as Lagos Speaker, Obasa claims Mudashiru Obasa, the impeached Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has claimed that his successor and current Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, has voluntarily resigned from her position during a recent peace meeting. Speaking on Channels Television’s “Politics Today” on Thursday, Obasa claimed that Meranda announced her resignation in the presence of party leaders at […] VIDEO: Meranda voluntarily resigned as Lagos Speaker, Obasa claims Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Obasa Apologises To DSS Over Assault On Operatives By Lagos Assembly Workers

Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has apologised to security agencies following the recent assault on operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) within the Lagos State Assembly premises. LEADERSHIP reports that Obasa, who was impeached as Speaker of the House in January, stormed the Assembly premises on Thursday with the aid of Police escorts and […]

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2 h. ago Why security aides attached to Meranda were withdrawn —Lagos CP 

Tribune Online Why security aides attached to Meranda were withdrawn —Lagos CP  …says Speaker’s security details not restored The Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Moshood Jimoh, has explained why security details attached to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, were withdrawn, saying the aides have been restored. The Lagos Police boss, while confirming the withdrawal of four policemen attached to Meranda, blamed […] Why security aides attached to Meranda were withdrawn —Lagos CP  Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Lagos Assembly crisis: Tinubu’s silence, tacit endorsement of anti

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly crisis: Tinubu’s silence, tacit endorsement of anti-democratic maneuvers — Atiku Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned the ongoing crisis in the Lagos State House of Assembly, accusing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of tacitly endorsing an anti-democratic scheme to impose his preferred candidate against the will of lawmakers. Lagos Assembly crisis: Tinubu’s silence, tacit endorsement of anti-democratic maneuvers — Atiku Tribune Online

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2 h. ago Meranda stepped down as speaker during peace meeting, says Obasa

The ousted speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has claimed that the speaker of the House, Mojisola Meranda, had stepped down as the parliament leader. Obasa stated this on Thursday during an interview with Channels Television’s programme, Politics Today. The embattled lawmaker said Meranda resigned at the peace meeting held at Read More

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3 h. ago Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly amid lawmakers’ rejection

Mudashiru Obasa, embattled ex-speaker of the Lagos House of Assembly, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only about read more Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly amid lawmakers’ rejection

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3 h. ago Reps to prioritise national unity, cohesion, strengthen democratic institutions – Kalu

Tribune Online Reps to prioritise national unity, cohesion, strengthen democratic institutions – Kalu Deputy Speaker said the Special Committee on Constitution Review which he also chairs is engaging stakeholders across all sectors to ensure that the outcomes of the process will reflect the aspirations of the Nigerian people, emphasizing it will provide a solid foundation Reps to prioritise national unity, cohesion, strengthen democratic institutions – Kalu Tribune Online

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3 h. ago Fubara slams culture of impunity and political godfatherism in politics

By Chinelo Obogo Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has condemned what he described as “the culture of impunity, corruption, and political godfatherism” plaguing Nigerian politics. Speaking at the Freedom Online 6th Annual Lecture held in Lagos, Fubara, who was represented by a former Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Mr Tele Ikuru, addressed the theme: “Nigeria’s […] The post Fubara slams culture of impunity and political godfatherism in politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. 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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4 h. ago Nigeria, ITU, Others Brainstorm On Submarine Cable Resilience

Nigeria, the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), Portugal and other stakeholders, have taken steps to proffer solutions to the disruptions of submarine cables and strengthening resilience to protect the infrastructure that is central to growth and sustenance of global digital economy. This was the crux of the ITU International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit that commenced in […]

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4 h. ago Lagos Assembly crisis family issue, resolved amicably — Reinstated Clerk

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly crisis family issue, resolved amicably — Reinstated Clerk The suspended Clerk of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr. Olalekan Onafeko, has described the ongoing issues within the House as a "family matter" that has now been resolved. Lagos Assembly crisis family issue, resolved amicably — Reinstated Clerk Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Lolo1 Confronts Police Escort After Alleged Harassment By Lawmaker’s Convoy

Nigerian actress and media personality Omotunde Adebowale, popularly known as Lolo 1, has accused a lawmaker’s police escort of harassing her in Lagos. The 47-year-old television personality said in a video that was uploaded to her Instagram page on Wednesday that the police officers tried to take her car keys and threatened to kill her […] The post Lolo1 Confronts Police Escort After Alleged Harassment By Lawmaker’s Convoy appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 h. ago Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants

Tribune Online Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants He stated, "In this digital age, we are presented with an incredible array of opportunities to engage, educate, and uplift our younger generation. Embrace digital solutions for enhanced youth engagement, Minister urges civil servants Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly plenary with four lawmakers

The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what Read More

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6 h. ago JUST IN: Obasa presides over Lagos Assembly plenary with four lawmakers

The embattled former Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, presided over a plenary session on Thursday with only four lawmakers in attendance. The session took place after security operatives allegedly forced open the chamber doors, granting Obasa and his loyalists access. As of 3 pm, the plenary was ongoing, but over 26 lawmakers boycotted the session in what Read More

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