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Obasa Files Lawsuit Against Lagos Assembly Over Impeachment
The impeached former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has filed a lawsuit at the Lagos High Court, demanding his immediate reinstatement. Obasa, who was removed from office on January 13, 2025, is challenging the legality of his impeachment, arguing that due process was not followed.
In his court filing, Obasa claims that the plenary session where he was ousted was improperly convened, making the impeachment unconstitutional. He asserts that lawmakers met during a legislative recess without formally reconvening, rendering the decision invalid.
The lawsuit, filed yesterday, names the current Speaker, Lasbat Mojisola Meranda, and the Lagos State House of Assembly as defendants. Obasa is seeking a court order nullifying his removal and restoring him as Speaker.
The case cites constitutional provisions and Assembly standing orders to argue that the impeachment process was conducted outside legal procedures.
The suit is yet to be assigned to a judge, and a hearing date has not been set.