There was heightened security at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday as the plenary resumed with Mr Obasa absent
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This follows the removal of Mr Obasa as speaker for alleged abuse of office and financial impropriety. Meanwhile, at least 32 lawmakers have arrived at the Assembly’s premises; however, the ousted speaker has yet to appear. As of 2:00 p.m., plenary has yet to resume.On Saturday in a press conference, Mr Obasa said his removal was unconstitutional and that he remains the rightful speaker. He insisted that the lawmakers did not follow due process in his removal.Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians.
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