BREAKING: Police Withdraw Escorts Assigned To Lagos Speaker, Meranda

• All police escorts assigned to Speaker Mojisola Meranda and the Lagos State Assembly complex have been abruptly removed, raising serious safety concerns
• The Speaker’s adviser confirmed that she is now without protection, warning that the situation leaves her exposed to potential threats
• No official explanation has been given for the withdrawal, fueling public anxiety over government security protocols and potential risks to officials

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A significant security lapse has emerged in Lagos as all police escorts assigned to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda, and those guarding the Assembly complex have been abruptly withdrawn.

The sudden removal of security personnel has left both the Speaker and the legislative building without protection, raising serious concerns about their safety.

Mr. Victor Ganzallo, the Speaker’s Special Adviser on Information, confirmed the withdrawal and expressed alarm over the situation, Vanguard reported.

"As we speak, all security has been withdrawn from the Speaker, and she is now on her own," Ganzallo stated, highlighting the Speaker's immediate vulnerability.

He warned that this security lapse leaves her "vulnerable and open to attack," and called for immediate action to rectify the situation.

Why did the Police withdraw escorts from Meranda?

The reason behind this unexpected withdrawal remains shrouded in mystery. Neither the Lagos State Police Command nor the state government has issued an official statement explaining the abrupt decision.

This lack of clarity has only intensified public concern regarding the security of high-ranking government officials and the Lagos State House of Assembly itself.

Anxiety as Police withdraw escorts from Meranda

The incident has sparked widespread anxiety, prompting questions about the potential risks faced by government officials and the overall security protocols in place at the legislative building.

The absence of security raises the possibility of potential security threats and has left many wondering why such a drastic measure was taken without any apparent explanation.

Lagos speaker Meranda denies resigning

Legit.ng earlier reported that Rt Hon. Mojisola Meranda, the speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, denied the report that she resigned from her position, just 38 days after taking charge of the office.

The dismissal of the rumour was made by the chief press secretary to the speaker, Segun Ajiboye, who debunked the online claim on Wednesday, February 19. There has been a circular on social media dated Monday, February 17, 2025.

It was allegedly released by the new speaker, with the content claiming that Meranda tendered her resignation letter.

However, a check on the letter showed that it was not signed by anyone.