“Whoever wants Speaker Meranda to resign should own it” – APC Chieftain Fouad Oki

The ongoing power struggle in the Lagos State House of Assembly has taken a new turn as All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Fouad Oki, has challenged those calling for Mojisola Meranda’s resignation to openly declare their stance rather than fueling unrest behind the scenes.Oki’s remarks come amid heightened tensions within the Lagos Assembly. In a strongly worded statement, he accused unnamed individuals of orchestrating instability for political gain.

“Hon. Obasa and his benefactors must know something very clearly—he was elected by his peers for the umpteenth time in 2023. But today, those same peers are saying, ‘We have had enough of you, please step aside.



’ That shouldn’t be a problem for anybody.”However, he emphasized that the crisis is not solely about Obasa but rather a larger political agenda driven by influential figures behind the scenes.READ ALSO: DSS links presence at Lagos Assembly to Obasa’s alleged reinstatement plot“It is not Mudashiru Obasa that is trying to breach the peace in Lagos; he has some backers.

Whoever wants the Speaker to resign should come out and say, ‘IT IS ME,’ instead of hiding behind this unrest.”The political turbulence in the Lagos State House of Assembly follows the impeachment of Obasa as the Speaker, citing alleged leadership excesses and governance concerns.Obasa, who has held the speakership position since 2015, is one of the longest-serving speakers in Lagos legislative history.

However, recent tensions suggest a shift in loyalty among lawmakers, with a growing number reportedly expressing dissatisfaction with his leadership.Political experts believe the crisis reflects internal power dynamics within Lagos APC, especially as the state prepares for future political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.Dr.

Jide Olufemi, a political analyst, noted that while Obasa has enjoyed significant influence over the years, his grip on power may now be weakening.Meanwhile, Barrister Tunde Adeshina, a constitutional lawyer, argued that the crisis could test Lagos APC’s internal stability.“The APC in Lagos has always managed its internal conflicts strategically, but this situation is different because it involves the legislature directly.

If not properly handled, it could spiral into a larger political showdown.”With Fouad Oki’s bold remarks, the crisis has now taken a confrontational turn, as the battle lines within the Lagos political space become more defined.The post “Whoever wants Speaker Meranda to resign should own it” – APC Chieftain Fouad Oki appeared first on National Daily Newspaper.

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