The recent impeachment of Mudashiru Ajaiyi Obasa as Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly has drawn reactions from notable figures, including Major General Tajudeen Olanrewaju (retd.), a former Minister of Communications and Alternate Chairman, Board of Trustees of De Renaissance Patriots.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Olanrewaju described Obasa’s removal as the “Law of Karma” in action, referencing his earlier warnings against Obasa’s bid for a third term as Speaker.
The retired General highlighted that his cautionary advice to allow an indigene of Lagos to occupy the position had been disregarded.
Quoting from The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, Olanrewaju remarked, “Karma is both action and the consequences of that action. What you sow is what you reap.”
Olanrewaju accused the former Speaker of overstepping political boundaries and pursuing power with arrogance.
He likened Obasa’s political trajectory to a game of “harakiri,” particularly referencing his open ambition to contest for the Lagos governorship in 2027 without proper authorization.
“Politicians often ignore the slippery ground they tread while seeking dynastic power. Obasa’s miscalculated moves and disregard for superior counsel ultimately led to his downfall,” he stated.
The retired General reiterated his previous warning to Obasa to relinquish his seat to an indigene of Lagos State, asserting that Obasa’s Ogun State origins made his continued tenure inappropriate.
“Constitutionally, you cannot claim two states of origin. His fall could be ascribed to undignified political correctness and attempts to silence critics,” Olanrewaju said.
Olanrewaju criticized the domination of Lagos’ political space by non-indigenes, describing it as a disservice to the state’s IBILE (Ikorodu, Badagry, Ikeja, Lagos Island, Epe) indigenes.
He stressed the need for political power to return to the sons and daughters of Lagos, whom he believes are better positioned to manage the state’s affairs.
“When non-indigenes dominate the political arena, they often disregard accountability and the rule of law. Obasa’s case is a lesson in the consequences of such actions,” he stated.
Olanrewaju concluded his statement by emphasizing the importance of indigenous leadership for the prosperity of Lagos State.
“The lesson here is clear: give power to the IBILE indigenes who can manage themselves better. Who knows who is next? A stitch in time saves nine.”
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