Police restore Speaker Meranda’s security aides amidst power struggle in Lagos Assembly

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, has confirmed the restoration of security aides to Mojisola Meranda, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, after an initial withdrawal for “audit purposes.”

Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, February 27, 2025, Jimoh clarified that the security review was part of a statewide audit of police personnel, ensuring proper accountability of officers and weapons.

“The ongoing police personnel audit is done in the public interest and not with any consideration except for the safety of everyone in the state,” Jimoh stated.

Meranda’s security withdrawal earlier in the day had sparked controversy, with sources questioning whether her removal was politically motivated or linked to gender bias.

“Yes, it’s true. Let people know that this woman did not impose herself on the Lagos House of Assembly. She was elected by 33 out of 40 lawmakers—an overwhelming majority,” a high-ranking assembly official told TheCable.

Meanwhile, Mudashiru Obasa, the impeached speaker, arrived at the assembly complex with his security details fully restored.

Obasa, who was impeached on January 13, insisted that due process was not followed in his removal and claimed he remains the legitimate speaker.

Despite the assembly’s 40 members being present, only four attended a controversial “plenary session” presided over by Obasa.