Contrary to media reports claiming that operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly and sealed the offices of the Speaker and his deputy, the Assembly itself invited security agencies to maintain order.
In a letter dated February 14, 2025, the Assembly management alerted security agencies in Lagos about credible intelligence suggesting plans to reinstate the impeached Speaker on February 18, 2025 forcibly.
The management warned that such an attempt posed “a potential security threat to the Assembly and its members.”
The letter, bearing reference number: LSHA/FAD/0/7554/323, was signed by the Acting Clerk of the Assembly, Mr. A.T.B. Ottun, and addressed to the DSS Director in Lagos, as well as the heads of other security agencies in the state.
Titled: “Urgent: Enhanced Security Measures for LSHA Premises,” the letter emphasized the need for immediate action to prevent any security breaches at the Assembly.
The letter was addressed to the “The impeached Speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly plans to resume office on the 18th of February, 2025, as the Speaker, poses a potential security threat to the Assembly and its members.
“In light of this situation,” continued the Clerk, “we kindly request that you take necessary measures to fortify the security of the Assembly premises with effect from Sunday 16 February 2025 by increasing the presence of your Men and observing a strict access control within and outside the Assembly premises till further notice.”
He concluded: “We look forward to your prompt attention Sir. Thank you.”
