Mojisola Meranda abruptly resigned as Lagos State House Speaker on Monday, ending her tenure just seven weeks after taking office.
Her departure follows mounting internal disagreements, signaling potential instability within the legislative body.
Observers now await further developments as lawmakers prepare to elect a successor.
The announcement of her resignation came on Monday during a plenary session.
Following her previous role, colleagues re-elected Ms. Meranda, representing Apapa Constituency I, as the Lagos Assembly’s Deputy Speaker.
During her brief tenure as Speaker, she focused on fostering peace and unity among lawmakers, a move that drew commendations from peers.
The legislators praised her leadership style, highlighting her ability to maintain harmony within the Assembly.
Colleagues praised Ms. Meranda’s strength and humility in upholding APC rules, Lagos State’s ruling party, during her tenure.
Though officials did not specify her resignation motives, her shift to Deputy Speaker underscores her ongoing dedication to legislative service and public representation.
Her re-election to the deputy position underscores the confidence her colleagues have in her abilities and dedication.
The Lagos State House of Assembly remains a pivotal institution in the governance of Nigeria’s most populous state, and Ms. Meranda’s ongoing role in its leadership is expected to contribute to its stability and effectiveness.