In a surprise move, Rt. Hon. Princess Mojisola Lasbat Meranda has resigned as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, effective February 17, 2025. Meranda, who made history as the first female Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly on January 13, 2025, cited the need to protect the institution amidst recent political turmoil.

In her resignation letter, Meranda stated, “I did not arrive at this decision lightly… I know that this is the point at which as your leader, I have to make this selfless sacrifice to resign in order to protect this Institution.” She expressed gratitude to her colleagues for their support and collaboration during her tenure, saying, “I value and cherish the solidarity freely given to me.”

Meranda will rejoin the assembly as a member representing Apapa 1 Constituency, where she will continue to serve her constituents and the people of Lagos. Her resignation marks the end of a brief but significant tenure as Speaker, during which she advocated for women’s empowerment and good governance.

RT. Hon. Mojisola Meranda had been elected Honorable Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly by a unanimous decision from majority of the members of the house following the impeachment of the then Speaker, RT. Hon Mudashiru Obasa on grounds of Misconduct, Misappropriation and High-handedness.

Obasa who was out of the country at the time however returned and insisted the impeachment was invalid as due process was not fulfilled. The situation led to several incidents including a recent invasion of the house by security agents.

As Meranda steps down, she leaves behind a legacy as a trailblazing female leader in Lagos politics. Her commitment to public service and her constituents remains unwavering, as she prepares to continue serving in a new capacity.