Mojisola Meranda Resigns as Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly

Mojisola Meranda has officially stepped down as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, marking a significant shift in the state’s legislative leadership. Read more about the resignation and its implications.

In a notable political event, Mojisola Lasbat Meranda has stepped down from her role as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Her resignation was a component of a peace accord orchestrated by party leaders to address internal disputes within the Assembly.

After her resignation, Meranda was nominated and appointed as the Deputy Speaker of the Assembly, a position she had held from June 2023 to January 2025. This decision is considered a strategic effort to ensure stability and continuity within the legislative body.

In her statement, Meranda conveyed her gratitude to colleagues and supporters, highlighting the significance of party unity and dominance. She stated, “I am profoundly grateful to my colleagues for their steadfast support. Maintaining our party’s values and ensuring its preeminence has always guided me. To all my supporters: your trust in me is a source of strength, and I remain dedicated to serving our great state.”

During the subsequent leadership reorganization, Hon. Fatai Mojeed Adebola, who represents Ibeju Lekki Constituency I, was named as the new Deputy Speaker. His appointment is expected to infuse fresh perspectives into the Assembly’s leadership and advance its legislative goals.