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Nigeria: Lagos Assembly Shuts Offices Amid Leadership Crisis, Orders Staff to Work Remotely

Kehinde Giwa by Kehinde Giwa
March 3, 2025
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The Lagos State House of Assembly has directed all staff and legislative aides to work from home indefinitely due to an escalating leadership crisis that has raised security concerns within the Assembly complex. The directive, issued by Acting Clerk Mr. Babatunde Ottun, aims to prevent potential violence as tensions among lawmakers continue to rise.

The crisis began in January when lawmakers ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa and former Clerk Olalekan Onafeko, replacing Obasa with his former deputy, Mojisola Meranda. Tensions flared further on February 17 when Department of State Services (DSS) operatives sealed off the Assembly complex, blocking a planned plenary session. Despite the lockdown, lawmakers forced their way into the chambers, convened a session, and adjourned indefinitely, reaffirming their support for Meranda.

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On February 27, Obasa, who rejects his removal as unconstitutional, stormed the Assembly complex with heavy security, allegedly breaking into the Speaker’s office. He resumed duties while his supporters gathered outside, demanding his reinstatement. Obasa has since filed a lawsuit against Meranda, the Assembly, and 36 lawmakers, with the case set for a hearing at the Ikeja Court on Friday.

Three Assembly staff members are also facing trial for allegedly assaulting DSS operatives during the standoff. Meanwhile, Lagos State Head of Service Bode Agoro has acknowledged the leadership change, urging staff to support the new Speaker and Acting Clerk.

In a memo titled “Amendment to Remote Work Schedule Arrangement,” Ottun explained that the remote work order is necessary to ensure staff safety and maintain order. “This measure is necessary pending the resolution of the leadership dispute,” he said, assuring staff of Speaker Meranda’s commitment to their safety and a peaceful resolution.

The indefinite remote work directive affects all Assembly staff, including those in LAHASCOM and legislative aides. Legislative activities are expected to continue remotely, though it remains unclear how long the arrangement will last.

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