Renowned philanthropist and business mogul, Prince Engr. Arthur Eze, has commended Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo for what he described as intentional and transformative governance in Anambra State over the past three years.

Prince Eze praised the governor for achieving remarkable development strides without resorting to borrowing, a feat he said reflects financial discipline and visionary leadership. He highlighted Soludo’s commitment to infrastructural development, economic growth, and social impact as key indicators of a purpose-driven administration.

Expressing confidence in Soludo’s leadership, Prince Eze threw his weight behind the governor’s potential second-term ambition, stating that continuity in governance will further solidify the gains recorded so far and usher in even greater progress for the state.

Naijanewsngr– The Lagos State House of Assembly has officially removed Mudashiru Obasa from his role as Speaker.

Following his impeachment, Mojisola Meranda, representing Apapa I, was elected as the new Speaker. This move made Meranda the first female Speaker in the history of the Lagos legislature.

Obasa, 52, has been serving as the Speaker since 2015. His removal was driven by allegations of multiple statutory and financial infractions, a recurring theme throughout his tenure. Members of the Assembly cited these issues as the primary reasons for his impeachment.

The controversy surrounding Obasa intensified in recent weeks, following reports from The Gazette, which highlighted the withdrawal of N43.5 billion for backup vehicles for lawmakers and other questionable financial activities. His tenure has included repeated accusations of fraud and political misconduct.

In 2020, investigative reports by Peoples Gazette revealed how Obasa allegedly diverted Lagos State funds into personal firms and accounts. Further investigations by Sahara Reporters uncovered extensive assets linked to him across Lagos. These allegations led to him being invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for questioning. Despite the intense scrutiny, no formal charges were filed after he met with the anti-graft agency, and Obasa consistently denied any wrongdoing.

With Meranda now at the helm, the Lagos State House of Assembly embarks on a new chapter with expectations of increased transparency and integrity in legislative proceedings.

Naijanewsngr reports that Mike Johnson has been re-elected Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives ahead of Donald Trump’s second term.

The U.S. House of Representatives has re-elected Republican Mike Johnson as speaker, highlighting Republican unity ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming second term in the White House.

Johnson secured the position after an initial round of voting where some Republicans withheld support over his involvement in bipartisan budget talks, causing uncertainty about his win.

Johnson ultimately achieved 218 votes in the 435-member chamber after Ralph Norman (South Carolina) and Keith Self (Texas) changed their votes following an intervention from Donald Trump.

Democrats unanimously supported minority leader Hakeem Jeffries, who received 215 votes. Republican Thomas Massie cast his vote for fellow GOP member Tom Emmer, breaking party alignment.

The Republicans’ narrow House majority underscores the need for near-total unity to pass party-line votes, making the speakership race a test of their cohesion.

Trump’s influence was evident in Friday’s vote, as he called for Republican backing of Johnson while preparing his agenda for tax cuts and mass deportations when he assumes office.

The speakership vote marked the opening day of the 119th Congress, following November’s elections where Republicans gained majorities in both chambers, flipping Senate control from Democrats.

Despite earlier opposition to Johnson over his December bipartisan budget bill support, Republican leadership and Trump appeared to consolidate the party’s backing for him on Friday morning.

“Good luck today for Speaker Mike Johnson, a fine man of great ability, who is very close to having 100% support,” Trump wrote on social media.

“A win for Mike today will be a big win for the Republican Party, and yet another acknowledgment of our 129 year most consequential Presidential Election!!” he added

Nevertheless, after the roll-call vote was held, Johnson was initially shy of the 218 votes needed for victory. With his victory, Johnson remains the third most powerful politician in the United States.