PHOTOS: Obasa’s supporters occupy Lagos assembly gate, demand his reinstatement as speaker

Supporters of Mudashiru Obasa, the ousted speaker of the Lagos state house of assembly, have gathered outside the assembly complex, demanding his reinstatement.

Obasa arrived at the Lagos assembly complex on Thursday afternoon, flanked by security aides.

A video shared online showed his supporters holding placards and chanting slogans in his favour.

Obasa was removed as speaker on January 13 while he was abroad, with Mojisola Meranda swiftly installed as his successor.

Upon his return on January 25, he was met with a large crowd of loyalists.

He has since challenged the legitimacy of his removal, maintaining that he is still the rightful speaker of the house.

Speculation arose that Meranda was facing increasing pressure to step down from her position.

Earlier today, the security aides attached to the incumbent speaker of the state house of assembly were withdrawn, further fuelling uncertainty over the leadership of the assembly.

See photos below.