By: Manoah Kikekon
AGEGE, LAGOS – The leadership of Agege Local Government has been transferred to Ganiu Obasa, the son of Lagos State's Speaker, Mudashiru Obasa, following the sudden resignation of the former chairman, Tunde Azeez. The transition marks a significant consolidation of the Obasa family's influence in the heart of Lagos politics.
The change in power was set in motion by the unexpected resignation of Mr. Azeez, popularly known by his nickname "Disco." After being on an extended medical leave for several weeks, Azeez formally submitted his resignation to the council, citing pressing health reasons as the motive for his premature departure. His exit created an immediate vacuum at the helm of the local government's administration.
According to local government sources and procedures, the resignation of Chairman Azeez was promptly accepted through the proper administrative channels.
This action automatically triggered the succession clause within the Lagos State local government laws, which mandates that the deputy chairman step up to complete the term. Ganiu Obasa, who had been steering the council's affairs as Acting Chairman during Azeez's absence, was therefore confirmed as the substantive chairman.
The ascension of Ganiu Obasa is being closely watched across Lagos political circles, not just for the sudden nature of the transition but for its dynastic implications.
As the son of Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, the long-serving Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, the new chairman's leadership will be scrutinized for both its merit and its connection to one of the state's most formidable political figures. His tenure begins under the spotlight of high public expectation and inherent political pressure.