BY AMOS DUNIA, ABUJA – Contrary to reports by a section of the media that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly and sealed the offices of the Speaker and his deputy, it has been authoritatively gathered that it was the management of the Assembly invited security agents to maintain order at its premises.
This was contained in a letter dated 14th February, 2025 and made available to Forefront News, in which the management of the Lagos State Assembly told Security Agencies in Lagos that there was credible information that there were plans to forcefully reinstate the impeached Speaker of the State Assembly, Hon Obasa on the 18th February, 2025.
Accordingly, the Assembly management, stressed that the development posed “a potential security threat” to the Assembly and its members.
The letter with reference number LSHA/FAD/0/7554/323, signed by the Acting Clerk of the Assembly, Mr. A. T. B. Ottun, was addressed to the DSS Director in the State, as well as the heads of other security agencies in Lagos State.
In the letter titled; “URGENT: ENHANCED SECURITY MEASURES FOR LSHA PREMISES,” the Acting Clerk stated; “I wish to bring to your attention a pressing matter that requires immediate action.
The letter was also highlighted that the impeached Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Obasa planned to resume office on the 18th of February, 2025, as the Speaker, thereby posing a potential security threat to the Assembly and its members.
The Clerk further stated; “In light of this situation, we kindly request that you take necessary measures to fortify the security of the Assembly premises with effect from Sunday 16th February, 2025 by increasing the presence of your Men and as well observe a strict access control within and
outside the Assembly premises till further notice.
The clerk further said; “We look forward to your prompt attention Sir. Thank you”.
