Lagos State House of Assembly,Nigeria

Happy Easter Celebrations.

Happy Birthday to the Clerk of the House, Barr. Biliaminu Onafeko.

Happy celebration!
Hearty Cheers!

Ramadan Mubarak!

Sending you warm wishes for a blessed Ramadan.

The House adjourned till Tuesday, 13th Feb, 2024.

Three Reports were laid before the House at , they include:

(i) The unfortunate death of Dr Diaso Vwaere (female medical house officer) at the general hospital, odan Lagos.
- Hon. (Mrs) Meranda M.L (Deputy Speaker), Chairman, 8-man ad hoc committee

(ii) A petition titled: Re- plan by oniba to cause crisis , acrimony and breakdown of law and order in Igbo-elerin by illegally installing Baale within Igbo-elerin land: request to take immediate action to kill the satanic plan and forestall breakdown of law and order..
- Hon Noheem Adams N.B(Majority Leader) , Chairman 6 man Ad hoc committee

(iii) A petition titled: invasion of Magodo GRA phase ll by the Omo onile (in conjunction with the private developers) by creating illegal access to the proposed wetland development - A call to avert security threat to lives and property in magodo GRA phase ll - Hon Kazeem O.A . Chairman , committee on lands

Major bills on the move! ➡️➡️➡️
Which are you most excited about?

Today, at plenary three (3) bills passed first reading:

(i) Lagos State Administration of Civil Justice Bill, 2023
(ii) Lagos State Wealth Fund Bill, 2023
(iii) Lagos State Geographic Information Service Bill, 2023

Speaker Obasa applaud the Super Eagles's fight!
"While the trophy slipped away, heads are held high! Next time, we go for gold"- Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa

Lagos Assembly observes a minute silence in honour and humility for the late , his loved ones, and others who were lost recently in a plane crash tragedy.

The house expresses its deepest condolence to their families.

Welcome to presided over by Rt. Hon. Dr. Mudashiru Obasa today, 12th February, 2024.

The momentous signing of Y2024 budget into Law by Governor Babajide Sanwoolu witnessed the presence of the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Mrs. Mojisola Meranda , Chairman, House committee on Economic planning and budget: Hon Lukman Saad Olumoh, Chairman House Committee on Finance: Hon Femi Saheed and other esteemed members of the legislative assembly.

This event formally underscores governmental dedication to fiscal responsibility.

It was an interesting and inciting experience hosting the Zamfara State Assembly on a study visit today at the Lagos State House of Assembly.

Both Houses of Assembly exchanged notes, comparing and contrasting their best practices for legislature in Nigeria.

The delegates, led by their enthusiastic Speaker, Rt Hon. Bilyaminu Isma'il, expressed how this visit's insights will not only promote stronger legislative practices in Zamfara but also foster valuable inter-state collaboration.

To truly understand the workings of their Lagos counterparts, the delegation immersed themselves in interactive sessions, eager to glean knowledge and enhance their own legislative framework.

We sealed the deal! 🎉

The Y2024 Appropriation Bill is now law at the first plenary of the year presided by Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa officially launching the Budget of Renewal. 📜✨

Marking a tradition of gratitude and camaraderie, the Lagos State House of Assembly hosts the distinguished 21st Annual Thanksgiving and End of the Year Party on December 20, 2023.

Join us in reflecting on the year's accomplishments and ushering in the spirit of unity and thanksgiving. 🎉🙏

In the esteemed presence of the Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly; Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa , we mark a significant milestone – the commissioning of the Ikeja flyover by Governor Abdul Rahman Abdul Razak . A testament to the visionary leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who initiated and successfully completed this transformative project. 🌉👏




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Scan QR Code to watch Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu presentation at the hallowed chamber of Lagos State House of Assembly .

It's a Budget Presentation Day!

We are ready to receive the from Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State.

PRESS RELEASE

LAGOS ASSEMBLY BEGINS UPGRADE OF GAMING AUTHORITY LAW

A one-day stakeholders' meeting has been held at the Lagos State House of Assembly as the lawmakers work on a bill to amend the 'Lagos State Lotteries and Gaming Authority Law'.

It would be recalled that the House at its plenary on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, committed the bill to the Committee on Finance for further legislative scrutiny.

Giving the keynote address at the stakeholders' meeting, the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, said the unique practice of involving stakeholders in the process of passing a bill into law is an important aspect in the State legislature.

Dr. Obasa, who was represented by Deputy Speaker Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, added that the House encourages an open participation which gives Lagosians the opportunity to be involved and participate through public hearings.

Section 38 of the proposed amendment creates a new subsection 3 that states: “An application for a license shall not be granted if the applicant has at any time been convicted of theft, fraud, forgery, perjury or any offence involving dishonesty."

Section 96 of the proposed amendment also gives the authority the power to collaborate with other organisations, regulatory bodies to suppress illegal gaming activities and also to sanction erring gaming operators for non-compliance with the policies of the licensing authority.

The Speaker noted that operators cannot just act outside the ambit of the law, but would have to follow the guidelines so as to protect people and be fair to them while they play the lotteries and gaming of their choice.

He assured that the observation raised by participants would be looked into while adding that further memoranda on the bill should be forwarded to the office of the Clerk of the House within the next two weeks.

Giving the general overview of the bill, the Majority Leader of the House, Hon. Noheem Adams, noted that the principal law derives its authority as a residual item of the 1999 Constitution and the amendment seeks to ensure better service delivery to the people of Lagos State as well as protect them from unscrupulous gaming companies.

He stated that Section 2 of the bill seeks to amend Section 25 of the principal Law by increasing the fund accrued to the authority from 10% to 30%. According to him, this would help the authority manage its affairs and carry out the functions effectively.

Section 3 of the bill seeks to amend Section 26 (1) by ensuring that allocation of the balance in 'the good causes fund' will be spread accordingly.

Hon. Adams urged the stakeholders present to contribute effectively to the amendment of the bill as their input would be included in the final draft.

"This is needed to ensure that we have an enabling law that will enhance the responsibility of the authority in regulating lottery and gaming activities in the State," he said.

Speaking also, the Chairman of the Finance Committee of the House, Hon. Obafemi Saheed, stated that the amendment aims to further promote the interest of the operators and the State Government and ensure cordial relationship between the parties.

Among those who made contributions and suggestions was the Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos State Gaming Authority Board, Mr. Bashir Abiola Are.

PRESS RELEASE

LAGOS ASSEMBLY BEGINS INSPECTION OF ONGOING DRAINAGE CONSTRUCTION SITES

In a bid to proffer a lasting solution to flooding experienced in some parts of Lagos State, the State's House of Assembly Committee on the Environment (Ministry) has embarked on an on-the-spot assessment of some drainage projects being executed by the Office of the Drainage Services.

The four-day exercise led by the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Lanre Afinni, in company of officials from the Office of the Drainage Services is aimed at ensuring the State has an effective drainage system that allows free flow of water during and after heavy downpour.

In the course of the exercise, the Committee visited 26 drainage construction sites and met with the contractors to know the challenges hampering the completion of the projects. The Committee also asked questions concerning grey areas.

During the visit, the Committee was told that the major challenge obstructing the completion of some drainage projects is the inflation rate of materials.

The Committee further observed that despite being paid 60% of the contract sum by the Office of the Drainage Services, some of the contractors still complain of lack of funds.

It was noted that residents of some areas such as Ijora Badia, Ekoro, Ajeromi Ifelodun and Bariga cause major environmental issues by pouring dirt into the drainage whenever it rains thereby blocking the canal and hindering the free flow of water.

In addition, related agencies such as the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Public Works and Local Governments were advised to synergise and ensure regular distilling of drainages in order to reduce the risk of flooding.

The Chairman further stated that the Committee would invite the contractors who were not on site for further legislative scrutiny.

He, however, urged the Office of Drainage Services to pay contractors who have duly completed and certified their projects.

The Committee visited the following drainage construction sites: Construction of Victoria Jimoh Collector Drain Shasha ; Arida Collector Drain Ikotun ; Gafaru Collector Drain ; Akoju/ Lord of Elijah Ayobo ; Akinola Aboru Channel ; Sijuade Collector Drain ; Ajide Ayo Collector Drain ; Amikanle Ayetobi Collector Drain Isolo ; Oko Oba Trapezoidal Drain II Regeje ; Adebari Street, Oko Oba Trapezoidal Drain III Ganee ; Adebari Street, Collector Drain, Oko- Oba ; Collection of Fagbohun collector drain Ifako- ijaye ; Fatai Kadiri /Opeyemi Agoro Collector Drain Shomolu; Lining of Majaro / Iwaya Channel System 3C Lagos Mainland.

Also visited are: Construction of Collector Drain at Marshy Hill Estate, Addo, Eti - Osa ; Adeponle Babasala System 5 Collector Drain ; Nwahmah Ezeagu / Baale Okoya Collector Drain ; Ebenezer/ Alaka Apena Channel Collector Drain ; Saka Emiabata Collector Drain ;
Construction of Drain Deflood Estate Primary School, Ogba , Jnr Sec. School, Ikeja ; Omolaiye Collector Drain, Phase II, Agbede ; Outfall Drain for Ijede Road project Lizzy Falana Section ; Outfall Drain for Ijede Road project (Adlat section) ; Poroboge Collector Drain; Kokoro Abu Channel, Phase I (HFP) ; Kokoro Abu Channel Phase II (Ganee Ventures) ; Ibiduni Afuwape Collector Drain, Igbogbo and Erosion Control at Yewa Street, Igbogbo.

Members who joined in the oversight function are Hon. Desmond Elliot, Hon. Aro Moshood, Hon. Jimoh Orelope and Hon. Yinka Esho.

Lagos Speaker Receives ANAN President, Charges Members On Integrity

- Obasa says accountants must do more to help Nigeria

- ANAN president praises Lagos Assembly for achievements

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has charged members of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) to always uphold the virtues of honesty, integrity and trust as components of their practice.

Dr. Obasa said these three virtues, if practised with a deep sense of patriotism, would contribute to making Nigeria greater and having a more positive global image.

The Speaker gave the advice when he received the executive members of ANAN led by its president, Dr. James Ekerare Neminebor, at the State Assembly complex.

“I congratulate you for the level you have taken your association to make your members capable of favourably competing with their counterparts across the world. Training people alone is a major task. It is an exercise we embark on regularly at the Lagos State House of Assembly.

“I want to urge you to continue to sustain the practice of learning, because learning does not have an end.

“Without people of your profession, there is hardly an organisation or institution including this House of Assembly that can stand in Nigeria. This is because records of transactions must be kept.

“However, we must all be ready to address the issues of honesty, integrity and trust. I am very sure that with your association, this can be achieved.

“Where your people carry out their duties with honesty, integrity and trust, they would assist Nigeria tackle what confronts us in this nation. We have been labelled to the extent that when you mention Nigeria, what people think of is corruption.

“With your association, we can change the tide and send positive signals to the rest of the world. You know nothing can happen in any organisation without being noticed by an accountant,” Obasa said.

He expressed joy that the association chose Lagos for the last leg of its training programme for its members saying the State remains open and receptive.

Earlier, Dr. Neminebor, who said they were at the House to inform the Speaker of their training programme holding in Lagos, commended the Assembly for helping to advance the growth and progress of the State through its legislative activities.

“I came to Lagos first in 1985. I have also visited in the recent past. But, I can see the wonderful things happening, because, you, a good man, decided to offer your service. Some of us who feared to come to Lagos in those days are now struggling to come.

“A colleague once said if a neck sits fine for a good head to stand on, the head will always succeed. The governor is working very hard because the House of Assembly provides him the ambience to succeed, thank you sir,” he said while commending the House for the safety currently enjoyed by visitors and residents of the State.

Lagos Assembly, NASS Collaborate Over State Roads

***Lawmakers begin inventory of roads that need fixing

***erring contractors may face sanctions

The Lagos State House of Assembly has commenced an assessment of roads in the state with the aim of ascertaining their current conditions.
This move by the House Committee on Works and Infrastructure is coming days after lawmakers at the House decried the parlous conditions of some roads within the state.
Chairman of the House Committee on Works and Infrastructure, Hon. Desmond Elliot, said the committee has the approval of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, and the House to thoroughly look into the challenge and come up with recommendations to help the state.
“The Speaker and the House are concerned about the conditions of the roads in the state including the fact that some of the roads are washed away few months or years after they are constructed.
“This tour of roads in the state is about how we can ensure longevity for them and forestall the havocs given by rains. More rains might be coming next year. So we are working to ensure the roads are safe, accessible to residents and durable for the benefit of mankind.
“We are also looking at collaborative efforts among the tiers of government. At the end of the exercise, we should be able to give a more concrete report regarding good roads, the not-so-good roads and make presentations to the House for a solution,” he said while hinting that erring contractors could face sanctions.
Elliot further said that the committee, under the instruction of Speaker Obasa, had met with the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Works and presented documents that would help with the fixing of federal roads in Lagos.
“The meeting with our counterparts at the National Assembly was fruitful and we are hopeful. We will not stop but make sure that all our roads, whether federal, state or local government roads, within the state are fixed.
“We will not fold our hands at the Lagos Assembly, especially under the leadership of Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa. We will work to ensure that Lagos roads are second to none,” he added.

Lagos Assembly Confirms 3 Sanwo-Olu's Cabinet Nominees

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday confirmed three of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's nominees of cabinet rank.

The House confirmed Mr. Abiodun Ogunleye for the position of commissioner. It also approved two others for the positions of Special Adviser to the governor (cabinet ranks).

Their confirmation took place during a plenary presided over by the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa.

Earlier, Hon. Mojeed Fatai, chairman of the ad-hoc committee set up to screen nominees of the governor, told the House that the committee did a thorough job in line with the task handed it by the Speaker.

Dr. Obasa, citing Section 192 (Part II), Chapter 6 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended), confirmed the nominees after securing a unanimous voice vote of the lawmakers present.

Breaking: Lagos Assembly Invites Top Govt Officials Over Recklessness Of Motorists

- Considers law to regulate multiple taxation by transport unions

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday frowned at the alleged recklessness of some motorists operating in the state just as the lawmakers raised concerns over the activities of some officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).

At a plenary presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, the House invited the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Sola Giwa, to appear and give explanations concerning the incessant recklessness of drivers and the roles played by LASTMA officials.

Also invited, among others, is the General Manager of LASTMA, Bolaji Oreagba.

The decision of the House followed a ‘Matter of Urgent Public Importance’ raised by a member, Hon. Temitope Adewale, on the death of two officials of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) resulting from a road rage engaged in by two drivers.

Speaker Obasa, while noting that incidents involving recklessness of drivers and careless attitudes of LASTMA officials were on the increase, said, in addition to the invitation of the affected top officials, there was a need to revisit the laws guiding transportation in the state.

“The Commissioner and others can be invited so we know what to do to change the current narrative. It is good that we also look at the law to see the penalties. Maybe this would reduce such recklessness on the roads.

“The driver who has been arrested must be prosecuted to the latter. If the driver is not found, the owner of the vehicle should be arrested where the driver is an employee of someone so as to serve as deterrent to other motorists,” Dr. Obasa said.

The Speaker also supported suggestions by the Majority Leader, Noheem Adams, and another lawmaker, Gbolahan Yishawu, that modern technology be added by the government in the cleaning of roads in the state, but said it was necessary to accommodate the sweepers, who, he argued, were employed to earn a living and assist their families.

“We have to call on our people, the road users, to be very careful. LAWMA should also come up with ideas to help protect staff, insure them and make the motorists know when the sweepers are working,” the Speaker said while calling for more enlightenment of motorists.

The House held a minute silence in honour of the deceased while Obasa instructed the Clerk, Barr. Olalekan Onafeko, to convey a condolence message to the bereaved families.

Meanwhile, the House of Assembly may dust up the law regulating transportation to address the problem of alleged multiple taxations by various unions in the sector.

Dr. Obasa gave the hint following a motion raised by Hon. Adewale, over a recent protest against alleged extortion by the transport unions in Lagos.

“This alleged extortion affects our people generally and looking at the economic condition of the country, we need to intervene. We must be able to define the paths that these unionists have to tread so that they do not make life unbearable for the people.

“At every bus stop, they collect money causing traffic snare. At the end, the man making the payment would go home with nothing and to avoid this, he has to put the weight on the commuters.

“We must avoid a situation where people would be moved to take laws into their hands. We need to extract seriousness out of this situation. Where there is a law, there will be penalties,” he said while calling for the engagement of candidates recently interviewed for recruitment into the Neighbourhood Safety Corps to expand the security network in the state.

The House resolved to invite the transport unions in the state for discussion.

Lagos Assembly Invites Commissioner, LASU VC, Others Over Alleged Certificate Racketeering

The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday, resolved to invite the Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Mr. Tolani Akibu, the Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU), Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, the Senate of the tertiary institution and other top staff over allegations of extortion and certificate racketeering levelled against the school recently.

Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, while noting that the source of the story could be suspicious and not trustworthy because of its tendency to blackmail, agreed that the concerned officials of the institution be invited so that facts about the allegation could be unearthed for the sake of the reputation of the school.

"I agree that the committee should invite those to be invited to establish facts about the allegation, but we must not because of that destroy our institution's reputation," Dr. Obasa, an alumnus of the institution, said adding that if anyone is found wanting, such a person should be sanctioned.

Moving the motion under 'Matter of Urgent Public Importance', Hon. Owolabi Ajani told his colleagues that there was a need to invite the Commissioner, the VC and others for the House to unravel the facts behind the allegation.

Ajani noted that LASU had maintained a high level of integrity over the years adding that this must be sustained.

While Hon. Sa'ad Olumoh urged that the investigation should involve people in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) unit of the institution, Hon. Desmond Elliot and his colleague, Ladi Ajomale, who said they attended LASU, supported that the allegation be investigated.

Lagos Assembly Commences Probe Of Auditor-General's Report For MDAs

- says Obasa, lawmakers poised to fulfil promises to electorate

The Lagos State House of Assembly has commenced deliberation, probe and consideration of the 2022 Auditor General's Report for Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the state.

Hon. Kehinde Olaide Joseph, Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee (State), said the exercise was to ensure that the committee's statutory oversight is used as an antidote to financial recklessness by MDAs in the State.

Speaking on Monday at the Assembly complex where the exercise is holding, Hon. Joseph added that the consideration of the report is in consonance with the need for improved efficiency and best practices in the pursuit of the statutory objectives of the Public Accounts Committee (State).

"The Assembly is poised to commence deliberations and considerations of the audited report of the State Auditor-General on the Accounts of the Lagos State Government for the year ended 2022, having been committed to the Committee for proper deliberations.

"This exercise will cover the period from 1st January to 31st December 2022 as well as the economic activities of all the Ministries, Departments, and Agencies of government in all sectors of the State Government. The committee will be inviting all heads of indicted MDAs for clarifications regarding the queries raised in the Auditor-General's Report to enhance service delivery.

"The exercise will also ascertain the completion, accuracy, and reliability of the financial transactions within the sectors and confirm the level of compliance with financial regulations, relevant legislations, and accounting standards as well as reflect on each sector's financial performance and position.

"In addition, the committee would confirm the revenue and budget performances of all MDAs, capital expenditure, reconciliation of the financial records with the Oracle system of the MDAs, and ascertain the project management and control systems of MDAs in Lagos State," he said.

Hon. Joseph, while noting the herculean task before the committee, said the exercise must be carried out for the State to move forward and to attain probity.

"I urge you to bear in mind that public expectation is high on this administration as we have been acknowledged as the reference point in probity and accountability in governance by other States in the Federation,” Hon. Joseph added.

The committee chairman said the House of Assembly under the leadership of the Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa cannot afford to disappoint the electorate, especially as the present administration is positioned to build and improve on previous foundations laid for the development of the State.

"It is not a witch-hunt on any MDA but to ensure that the committee's statutory oversight is used as an antidote to financial recklessness by in the State. Let me assure you that reports of findings and recommendations would be compiled and forwarded to the House for deliberations after the exercise.

"It is my hope that the resolution on the outcome of this exercise will facilitate effective management of resources in the State,” he added.

Obasa Assures Sanwo-Olu of Support on Infrastructure, Transport Sector Developments

The Lagos State House of Assembly will continue to support Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in the area of infrastructural and transport sector developments in the state, Speaker Mudashiru Obasa has said.

Dr. Obasa gave the assurance during the commissioning of the Oyingbo Bridge on Sunday.

The Speaker, represented by the Chairman of the House Committee on Transport, Hon. Adewale Adedeji Temitope OON, noted: "We have the transport sector reform law which we did. We have the Lagos State Transport Masterplan which is in place and now, we are here again today having the THEME+ agenda."

He commended the governor for living up to the expectations of the people of the state and for fulfilling his electioneering campaign promises.

"Today we are happy because we are standing at this historic event where Mr. Governor has said that the needs and responsibilities of the people shall continue to be his priority and he has given us the opportunity. Today, we are opening a bus terminal and we are commissioning a bridge.

"Your political scorecard has said it all. Your promises to the people as a politician and as the executive governor are coming to pass. I want to continue to tell you that as long as you continue to do what is right for the people, the Lagos House of Assembly will continue to stand with and by you.

"Just last week, we commissioned the Yaba Bridge and today, we are here commissioning the Oyingbo Bridge. I know we still have the Mushin and Ikeja bridges. We have train stations that have been completed and yet to be commissioned," Dr. Obasa said.

In the same vein, Hon. Adewale said when he was appointed chairman of the committee on transport, he was worried about the transportation challenges in the state, adding that he got more worried when the governor made transportation a priority in his THEME+ agenda.

"Mr. Governor, history will be kind to you. On behalf of the good people of Lagos State, I promise that Mr. Speaker will continue to stand by you for every need on infrastructure development and the transport sector," he said.

The lawmaker used the opportunity to appeal to the governor for the construction of a bridge in Ifako-Ijaiye to ease traffic bottlenecks in the area.

"Mr. Governor, I'm jealous because I understand that there are supposed to be seven bridges and I know that four have been constructed. I also understand that one of the local governments that is supposed to benefit from the bridges is Ifako-Ijaiye where I represent and that is the Iju/Fagba Bridge.

"Compensations have been paid but we have not seen any bridge. Mr. Governor, I would like to talk to you about that,” Adewale said.