The Lagos state house of assembly requested the Department of State Services (DSS) to strengthen security around its premises ahead of February 18, following reports that Mudashiru Obasa planned to resume as speaker.

 

A letter dated February 14, 2025, and signed by Abubakar Ottun, the acting clerk of the house, warned that Obasa’s attempt to resume office could pose a security threat to the assembly and its members.

 

The house urged the DSS to deploy operatives from February 16 to enforce strict access control within and around the premises.

 

Obasa was removed as speaker on January 13 while he was out of the country, following allegations of financial misconduct.

 

Upon his return, Obasa insisted that due process was not followed and maintained that he was still the legitimate speaker.

 

“I wish to bring to your attention a pressing matter that requires immediate action,” the letter reads.

 

“The impeached speaker of Lagos state house of assembly plans to resume office on the 18th of February, 2025 as the speaker, posing a potential security threat to the Assembly and its members.

 

“In light of this situation, we kindly request that you take necessary measures to fortify the security of the Assembly premises with effect from Sunday 16th February, 2025 by increasing the presence of your Men and as well observe a strict access control within and outside the Assembly premises till further notice.”

 

Security was tightened at the assembly complex on Monday ahead of plenary, with police officers and task force personnel stationed both inside and outside the premises. The office of the speaker was also reportedly sealed.