Amid Ongoing Drama, Lawmakers  Pass Vote of Confidence on Meranda as LAHA Speaker

• The motion for the vote of confidence was moved by Oladipo Ajomale, a lawmaker representing Oshodi/Isolo II constituency, who emphasized that Meranda had been democratically elected by the lawmakers and that they believed she was the right leader for the House at this critical juncture.
• The House however adjourned sitting till further notice.

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly demonstrated their unwavering support for Speaker Mojisola Meranda on Monday, as they unanimously passed a vote of confidence in her ability to lead the House.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the show of solidarity is sequel to the wake of a security operation by the Department of State Security (DSS) and Nigeria Police Force (NPF), which had earlier sealed the offices of the Speaker, her Deputy, and the House Clerk.

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The motion for the vote of confidence was moved by Oladipo Ajomale, a lawmaker representing Oshodi/Isolo II constituency.

He emphasized that Meranda had been democratically elected by the lawmakers and that they believed she was the right leader for the House at this critical juncture.

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The motion was seconded by Aro Moshood, with all 34 remaining lawmakers ultimately voting in favor of the confidence motion.

The House however adjourned sitting till further notice.

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