News
Ondo Speaker under fire as 24 lawmakers back impeachment bid
A leadership crisis has escalated in the Ondo State House of Assembly after 24 of the 26 lawmakers reportedly declared support for the impeachment of Speaker, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, over allegations of financial misconduct and abuse of office.
The lawmakers accused the Speaker of financial impropriety linked to about ₦44 million allegedly associated with the reordering of the budget of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC).
Speaking on behalf of the aggrieved legislators, Hon. Olawunmi Fayemi-Obayelu, who represents Ilaje Constituency II, disclosed that three more lawmakers had joined the 21 members who had earlier endorsed the move to remove the Speaker.
According to her, the latest development indicates that the Speaker has lost the confidence of the overwhelming majority of members.
Fayemi-Obayelu said the lawmakers had refrained from making public comments in deference to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s intervention, which provided a two-week window for reconciliation.
She, however, noted that the peace window expires on Sunday and maintained that the lawmakers remained committed to pursuing the Speaker’s removal.
The lawmaker also accused Oladiji of allegedly issuing a House resolution without the approval of members and raised concerns over the handling of electricity meters distributed under the state government’s O’Datiwa Meter Distribution Programme.
She urged the Speaker to resign in the interest of the Assembly and to preserve his reputation.
In response, Oladiji denied any wrongdoing, describing the impeachment move as politically motivated.
The Speaker said the plot against him was linked to political calculations ahead of the 2027 elections rather than allegations of financial misconduct.
According to him, some of the aggrieved lawmakers were dissatisfied after failing to secure return tickets, adding that they were also unhappy over alleged support for his continued leadership of the Assembly.
Meanwhile, Chairman of the House Committee on Information and Assembly spokesman, Hon. Olatunji Fabiyi, rejected the Speaker’s claims, insisting that the impeachment move was based on issues of governance and accountability.
Fabiyi alleged that the Speaker acted without the approval of the House in matters relating to the OSOPADEC budget reordering, describing the action as a breach of legislative procedure.
He maintained that the lawmakers’ position on the Speaker’s removal remained unchanged.
Governor Aiyedatiwa and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have intervened in the dispute in an effort to resolve the crisis, but the aggrieved lawmakers insist they have lost confidence in the Speaker’s leadership.
Follow Us on Google Discover
ADC Court Verdict: Step down for Obi, support NDC – Isaac Fayose tells Atiku
Former Kwara Commissioner Adenike Adesida resigns from APC
Despite Court ruling, Atiku leads ADC mega rally in Kebbi amid massive crowd
Two feared killed, 20 abducted as terrorists attack Kaduna community
PSC deploy four commissioners to Plateau, Enugu, Nasarawa, Ondo
‘Atiku is the greatest threat to Tinubu, without him on the ballot, Tinubu will defeat Obi by over 7 Million votes’ — Deji Adeyanju
2027: Massive crowd as Shettima, Yilwatda lead Tinubu mega rally in Ekiti (Photo)
Tinubu’s visit: Akwa Ibom Police ban drones, fireworks, restrict traffic in Uyo
Akwa Ibom govt declares Friday public holiday ahead of Tinubu’s visit
After Sokoto rally, Tinubu officials held late night meeting to plot judgement against Atiku, we are gathering facts to engage Trump administration – US Lobby Firm
I will revive Calabar Port, restore Cross River tourism – Peter Obi
FCCPC shuts down food firms after oil, salt samples fail fortification tests
NYSC abduction trial: Two defendants deny involvement, beg court for release
‘He hasn’t resumed office, yet he’s tired’ — Oshiomhole takes dig at Obi after exhaustion report
‘There Is No Shaking’ — Atiku reacts to Court judgment, vows to continue ADC campaign, says APC afraid after Sokoto rally
BREAKING: Atiku candidacy voided as Court sacks David Mark-Led ADC leadership, recognises Nafiu Gombe as party chairman
How Peter Obi’s convoy was attacked in Calabar – Details Emerge
FG unveils five digital banks to receive N50,000 monthly cash support
“We cannot allow Peter Obi to fund the election alone” — Aisha Yesufu seeks donations for Obi-Kwankwaso
Atiku tsunami as ADC holds successful presidential campaign rally in Sokoto
Petrol rises to N1,370 per litre as depots increase prices
2027: Atiku heads to Sokoto for ADC Presidential campaign flag-off
2027: Atiku arrives Sokoto for ADC Presidential campaign flag-off (Photos)
DSS counters Atiku, says two operatives hurt while protecting Sokoto ADC guber candidate; arrested, jailed man who threatened Obi
2027: Mammoth crowd welcomes Obi, Kwankwaso to Calabar for Town Hall meeting
After Sokoto rally, Tinubu officials held late night meeting to plot judgement against Atiku, we are gathering facts to engage Trump administration – US Lobby Firm
Nafiu Gombe celebrates nullification of David Mark-led excos, releases official portrait as ADC chairman
Tension as Obi/Kwankwaso supporters clash with APC supporters in Calabar, police intervene
“They Are Making Him More Popular” — Reactions trail nullification of Atiku, other ADC candidacies
