Breaking: Finally, Meranda Resigns As Lagos Assembly Speaker

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By Kolawole Ojebisi

The Lagos State House of Assembly may have finally found a lasting solution to the leadership crisis rocking it

This is as Mojisola Meranda resigned as the parliament’s leader on Monday.

“This is a notice of resignation as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly,” Meranda read her resignation letter out at the plenary Monday on afternoon,” she said at a special plenary on Monday.

Meranda assumed office on January 13, 2025, following the removal of former Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, who is reportedly poised for reinstatement.

Despite her brief tenure, lawmakers lauded her ability to lead effectively and foster a positive atmosphere in the Assembly.

Meranda resigned alongside all principal officers appointed alongside with her

Meanwhile, the speaker’s successor has yet to be announced.

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