The Lagos State House of Assembly plunged deeper into crisis on February 28, 2025, as ousted Speaker Mudashiru Obasa made an unexpected return to the chamber, creating a situation where two individuals now claim the speakership [1][2].

Obasa, who was removed from his position on January 13, 2025, by 36 of the 40 assembly members, arrived at the complex with security personnel and presided over a controversial plenary session attended by only four lawmakers [3][4].

Current Speaker Mojisola Meranda, who replaced Obasa in January, faced a brief security challenge when her police detail was withdrawn early Thursday. However, the Lagos State Police Command later confirmed the restoration of her security detail, citing an ongoing nationwide audit of police personnel as the reason for the temporary withdrawal [2][4].

The majority bloc of 36 lawmakers continues to support Meranda's leadership, rejecting Obasa's return. Speaking for this group, House Committee Chairman on Information Stephen Ogundipe stated, 'We are shocked to see what is happening today... We won't take laws into our hands' [1][5].

Obasa maintains his removal was unconstitutional, telling reporters, 'I've never been removed. Impeachment or removal is democratic and constitutional, but in doing that, you must follow due process' [4].

The situation remains legally complex, with Obasa having filed a court challenge to his removal. The case is scheduled to be heard in Lagos State High Court [4][6].

The crisis has drawn criticism from various political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who described the developments as 'a betrayal of democracy' and 'a calculated attempt to subvert the will of the legislature' [6].