Lagos 2027: Obasa and His Political Desperation
By Femi Abdullahi
The political space in Lagos State is coming alive with different politicians jostling to run for offices including the governorship seat come 2027. The governorship seat will be available for another intelligent, smart, innovative, dependable and courageous personality to takeover from Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu who is due to complete second term by 2027.
It’s therefore not surprising to see politicians showing interest in the top most job in the centre of excellence. The next governor will be building on legacies laid by Alhaji Lateef Jakande, President Bola Tinubu, Raji Fashola, Akinwunmi Ambode and Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Past and present Lagos Governors are men with track records in academic, career and leadership experience.
Therefore, the intention of Speaker Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa to contest is not bad but using critical time like 2025 budget presentation by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu signs wrong signal. It’s would have been better for him embrace Yoruba philosophy that says Igba ara la bu ra (literal meaning…there’s time for everything).
Many political watchers feel Obasa is demarketing himself for his bloated ego and overconfidence as seen in his speech last week. He unconsciously said his academic qualifications, exposure and experience can be equate with that of President Bola Tinubu, an accomplished Accountant, successful business man and political juggernaut. Also, he can as well as stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Raji Fashola SAN with his excellent records in public service including serving as Federal Minister of Works for eight years.
The Speaker currently representing Agege Constituency 1 and leader of 40 lawmakers see himself as alpha and omega that must be worshipped by the Governor alongside Lagos Cabinet members. It’s laughable but not funny. The strategy to score cheap political point during budget presentation reflects his knowledge and understanding of governance. To him, we can play politics anytime, anywhere abs anyhow. The is not statesman like.
We need to remember Obasa that Lagos APC structure has favoured him by giving opportunity to represent Agege Constituency for 20 years. He should be grateful and humble. It’s not by his power or ability to mobilize but God’s mercy. Obasa should not allow ambition to push him to where he no know just like the trending hip hop song.