The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mojisola Meranda, has vowed to work together with various arms of government in the State to accomplish a greater Lagos.
Speaker Meranda who took her first duty as Speaker appointed new principal officers that would join in championing the affairs of the House.
Honourable Temitope Adedeji, representing Ifako/Ijaye 1, was announced as the Majority Leader of the House while Richard Kasunmu representing Ikeja 2, was made the Deputy Majority Leader, David Setonji representing Badagry 2, is the Chief Whip while Ganiyu Sanni representing Kosofe constituency 1, is the Deputy Chief Whip.
The Speaker likewise announced the Selection Committee members including the Deputy Speaker, Fatai Mojeed, representing Ibeju Lekki Constituency 1, Majority Leader, Temitope Adedeji, Chief Whip, David Setonji, Gbolahan Yishawu representing Eti-Osa constituency 2, while Acting Clerk, Taiwo Ottun is to serve as Secretary of the Committee.
The Speaker, who is the chairman of the Committee, appreciated her colleagues for the confidence rested on her to serve as the Speaker of the 10th Assembly.
She guaranteed her colleagues of working vigorously to uphold the virtue of transparency, good governance for the benefit of Lagos residents.
“The synergy between us and other arms of government is crucial in the regard for good governance and democratic development,” she said.
The speaker said she is focused on maintaining an open line of correspondence with the Executives led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in cultivating a feeling of participation in executing shared regard in our relation with one another.
“We will prioritise leaving the past behind and forging ahead. We will not dwell on the past controversy or disagreement instead, we will focus on the great and pressing task ahead which is delivering better services to the people of Lagos.
“We will promote transparency, accountability in governance, ensuring that our actions are guided by the principles of integrity, fairness and justice.
“As we begin this new chapter, let us be reminded that we are not just lawmakers but also leaders. We must lead by example demonstrating the values of integrity, transparency and accountability as expected of others.
“As Speaker, I commit to prioritizing the needs of our constituents through you, we will work to ensure that united voices are heard, concerns are addressed, and our welfare is protected.
“Our goal is to create a more inclusive, and participatory democracy where citizens are actively engaged in decision-making processes that impact their lives.
“Be rest assured that we are all going to work together to achieve our lofty and God’s vision for Lagos state.”
The Chief Whip, David Setonji consoled with the people of Badagry on the demise of Pa Sunny Ajose who was a member of the Governor’s Advisory Committee (GAC) and party leader in Badagry.
A few members of the House, including Abiodun Tobun representing Epe constituency 1, and Mr. Gbolahan Yishawu representing Eti-Osa 2, among others, commiserated with the people of Badagry.
As indicated by them, Pa Ajose was an accomplished politician and civil servant who had worked vigorously to unite the people of Badagry and by extension, his party, All Progressives Congress (APC).
The Speaker portrayed the late politician as an uncommon jewel. She then instructed the Acting Clerk to write a condolence letter to the family and people of Badagry.
The House, thereafter, adjourned plenary to January 21, 2025.
