The impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly has sent shockwaves through the city's political landscape. Obasa's removal was a unanimous decision by lawmakers, who cited gross misconduct and abuse of office as reasons. His deputy, Mojisola Meranda, has taken over as Speaker, while Mojeed Fatai is the new Deputy Speaker.

Obasa's impeachment is linked to his rumored 2027 gubernatorial ambition and disrespect towards Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The former Speaker had been building structures across Lagos, allegedly to support his governorship bid. His remarks about his ambition and criticism of Sanwo-Olu's administration reportedly angered President Bola Tinubu and the Governor's Advisory Council (GAC).

Tinubu, who is also the national leader of the ruling party, reportedly reprimanded Obasa for disrespecting Sanwo-Olu and poorly managing state politics. The GAC had reported Obasa's behavior to Tinubu, leading to his downfall.

The impeachment has sparked speculation about the 2027 governorship election, with Obasa potentially competing against Seyi Tinubu, Akinwunmi Ambode, and Tokunbo Abiru. The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders has already endorsed Seyi Tinubu for the position.

Sanwo-Olu has distanced himself from the impeachment, describing it as a legislative affair. However, observers believe that Obasa's ambition and behavior ultimately led to his removal ¹.