The appellate court had rejected the appeal filed by the impeached former Speaker, Right Honourable Olakunle Oluomo, thereby reaffirming Elemide’s leadership after the contentious impeachment proceedings.
The verdict concludes a protracted legal battle stemming from Oluomo’s impeachment in January 2024, by the majority of the Assembly members.
Recalled that the former Speaker’s removal was based on allegations of financial impropriety, authoritarian conduct, gross misconduct, and related infractions.
Following the impeachment, the House swiftly elected and inaugurated the Rt. Hon. Elemide as the new Speaker to ensure continuity in legislative operations.
The Appeal Court’s ruling in Ibadan has validated the actions taken by the Ogun State House of Assembly members, emphasizing the constitutional propriety of the impeachment process, thereby dispelling any lingering doubts about the leadership transition.
The judgement will therefore enable the Assembly to focus on its core responsibilities without any further distraction.
This outcome represents a substantial triumph for Speaker Elemide and the incumbent leadership team, reinforcing stability in governance within the State legislative body.
