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Mudashiru Obasa Urges New Chairmen to Breathe Freely, Lead Without Interference

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Mudashiru Obasa warns ex-chairmen to stop undue control, urging new leaders to lead freely and deliver results for Lagos communities

Former local government chairmen in Lagos State have been powerfully warned by Mudashiru Obasa to stop exerting undue influence over their successors.

Also read: Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa: The Heart of Agege, The Pride of Lagos

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly made these remarks during a meeting with newly elected chairmen on Tuesday, September 23, at the Assembly Complex.

Obasa condemned the practice of ex-chairmen signing cheques and colluding with council treasurers, stressing that new leaders should be allowed to operate independently.

“Let the new chairmen breathe,” he said, emphasising that former leaders must remove their grip and let fresh governance take centre stage.

He challenged the new chairmen to honour, but not be answerable to, their predecessors. “You are the ones in the saddle now. So, take charge,” Obasa insisted.

He also cautioned about the pressure from past chairmen for the immediate repayment of loans without proper investigation or renegotiation, urging due diligence for the benefit of constituents.

Obasa added that four months in office is enough time for the public to see tangible results.

He lamented a worrying trend of council deaths and reminded leaders to prioritise their health and the welfare of their communities.

Earlier that day, the Assembly celebrated Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 65th birthday.

Members praised her dedication to public service and empowerment initiatives, recognising her as a pillar of support and a significant figure in national development.

Speaker Obasa commended Senator Tinubu’s loyalty and impact, noting her unique ability to sustain important initiatives like the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO).

Also read: Nigerian Speaker’s Conference applauds Lagos Speaker Mudashiru Obasa

He called her an exceptional leader and assured her of the Assembly’s continued support.

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Any Ambition Against Senator Nwoko’s Second Term Bid Is Selfish, Unnecessary —APC Chieftain

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As Senator Ned Nwoko positions for a return to the National Assembly, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Emmanuel Eboh, has described any opposing ambition as self- serving, unnecessary  and detrimental to the peace and development of Delta North Senatorial District.

Speaking in an interview in Abuja, Chief Eboh, a former civil commissioner in Delta State, said Senator Nwoko continues to enjoy widespread goodwill and the support of the people of Delta North, popularly known as Anioma.

While acknowledging that political aspirations are legitimate in a democratic setting, Eboh cautioned against what he termed the “unacceptable drift towards turning politics into a family enterprise and a tool for power control and manipulation.”

He called on residents of Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency and the wider Delta North district to resist  “the inordinate ambition of some Shylock politicians driven by selfish motives and unrestrained personal interests.”

The APC stalwart warned that personality-driven ambitions, rather than people-oriented leadership, could
lead to  avoidable rivalry and division within Delta North.

Chief Eboh maintained that Senator Nwoko’s performance in office has been commendable and deserving of re-election, citing key interventions in rural road construction, electrification, education, potable water supply, and empowerment programmes.

He further highlighted the senator’s sustained advocacy for the recognition and identity of Anioma, noting that it was “unprecedented in the political history of the district”.

According to him, “Senator Nwoko has not only met expectations but surpassed them. He deserves re-election, particularly given the fact that the core constitutional responsibility of a senator is lawmaking for the good governance of the nation.”

Eboh said the people of Delta North regard Nwoko as a progressive leader who embodies unity and dignity across Anioma, stressing that he should not be distracted by unnecessary political contestation.

He reaffirmed that the senator’s commitment to the growth and development of Anioma remains unwavering and urged constituents to sustain their support for his return to the Senate.

The APC chieftain also called for continued backing of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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