In the midst of controversy surrounding a Lagos lawmaker, his supporters from Agege Constituency 1 have come out in defense against allegations of misconduct and fraud. The accusations were labeled as politically motivated by these loyalists, who stood by the embattled lawmaker despite his recent removal from office by the majority of House members.
Following the impeachment, a new Speaker was elected, while the former lawmaker remained silent from his location in the United States. Supporters gathered at his constituency office to discuss the situation, dismissing the allegations as baseless. They emphasized that expressing interest in a position should not be deemed as a crime and highlighted the positive service the lawmaker had provided to the community.
Community leaders, including traditional rulers, reiterated the importance of the lawmaker in Agege politics and described him as a significant figure who had contributed immensely to the community’s development. Despite the impeachment, many viewed the allegations as unsubstantiated and driven by political motives within the House.
In conclusion, supporters and community leaders expressed their solidarity with the embattled lawmaker, emphasizing his positive impact on the community and hoping for a restoration of his reputation amidst the political turmoil.