Security at the Lagos State House of Assembly was heightened on Monday ahead of the plenary session, following the controversy surrounding the impeachment of Speaker Mudashiru Obasa.
Reports indicate that assembly officials have been directed to present valid identity cards to access the premises. A notice to staff, signed by Omotayo Adekemi on behalf of the Acting Clerk of the House, Taiwo Ottun, emphasized the enforcement of the directive.
“Regarding management directives, all staff members and legislative aides must present valid identity cards to access the House premises,” the notice stated. Ottun further warned that individuals without proper identification would be denied entry.
The Lagos State Police Command has reportedly assured its readiness to maintain order during the proceedings, regardless of how events unfold.
Meanwhile, Obasa, who has contested the validity of his removal, insisted that due process was not followed, maintaining that he remains the speaker.
“I am not disturbed or perturbed, and I am not afraid. I will debunk all the allegations leveled against me by the House,” Obasa said.
He added, “I have not done anything wrong. I have been a lawmaker for over two decades and I am the longest-serving lawmaker in the House.”
