Obasa
The deposed Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, is set to return to Lagos Saturday.
Sequel to this, a grand reception has been organized in his honor by his loyal supporters.
The event is marked to take place at Joel Ogunnaike Street, GRA Ikeja, in the early hours.
Obasa’s sudden removal from office, was a shock to many of his political loyalists, thus sparking widespread reactions across Lagos.
Supporters view his return as an opportunity to demonstrate solidarity with the embattled former Speaker, who served as the legislative head for over eight years.
Sources close to the organizers revealed that prominent political figures, traditional rulers, and party loyalists are expected to attend the reception.
Speaking to the press, a close ally of Obasa described him as a “man of the people” and emphasized his contributions to Lagos’ legislative development, particularly in areas such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
Political analysts suggest that Obasa’s return could mark the beginning of his strategic comeback into Lagos politics.
However, critics argue that his tenure as Speaker was marred by allegations of corruption and internal disputes; factors that led to his ouster.
As the former Speaker steps back into Lagos’ political scene, today’s reception may serve as litmus test for his support base and influence within the state.
Security personnel have been deployed to ensure a peaceful event, with authorities urging attendees to remain orderly.
More updates on the event and its implications for Lagos politics will follow as developments unfold.
