Obasa’s re-election took place on Monday following the resignation of Mojisola Meranda, who stepped down from the position.

Obasa’s re-election was secured after a nomination by Noheem Adams, the former Majority Leader and representative of Eti-Osa Constituency 1. The House subsequently administered the oath of office, marking his return to the speaker’s role seven weeks after his removal in January.

He has been a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly since 2007, initially ascended to the Speaker’s position in June 2015. His removal earlier this year in January had created significant political tension.

The lawmaker made a dramatic return to the Assembly complex on February 27, 2025, walking into the chambers with a heavy security presence. Despite protests from his colleagues, who had pledged loyalty to Meranda, Obasa maintained that he remained the legitimate Speaker, asserting his authority over the legislative proceedings.

Obasa’s re-election is likely to stir continued debate within the Assembly as political dynamics shift following his return.

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