Portrait of Impeached Speaker Removed
A video recently went viral, showing the portrait of Mudashiru Obasa, the impeached speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, being taken down.
Captured on Tuesday, the footage depicted a man withdrawing Obasa’s portrait, which was previously displayed alongside those of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
This action followed Obasa’s impeachment on Monday due to allegations of financial misconduct.
The removal of the portrait signifies the conclusion of his nearly decade-long leadership in the Assembly.
Mojisola Meranda, the former Deputy Speaker, has been elected as the new Speaker, marking a historic moment as she is the first woman to hold this title in Lagos State.
Watch the Video Below;
VIDEO: Moment Obasa’s portrait is being removed from Lagos Assembly chamber
Following the impeachment of Mudasiru Obasa as Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, his portrait is being removed from the Lagos State Assembly chamber.
In a video circulating online, Obasa’s picture… pic.twitter.com/GhBRst1kRX
— EasYOfLagos (@EasYQuality) January 13, 2025
The video elicited mixed responses from Nigerians online, with various comments reflecting on the implications of Obasa’s impeachment.
Here are some reactions:
@Kollykab observed, “Power is transient. Leaders may rise and fall, reminding us to utilize power wisely and ethically.”
@ayokay13 added, “I hope others in powerful positions consider this.”
@Oluwatoyinzoe remarked, “I believe Obasa lacked prudence in his remarks.”
@AOchiawuto noted, “This removal serves as a reminder; your own portrait could also be taken down one day.
@oxleyconsults stated, “Obasa today, who knows who it might be tomorrow?
@Jonehmk said, “This is a lesson for those in power: those who praise you while you’re up might not hesitate to change your portrait when you’re gone.”