The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on Lawal Pedro, the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, to provide clarity on the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding local government financial autonomy. The lawmakers aim to better understand the ruling and its implications on constitutional provisions.
“There is a need for us to seek clarification and understanding of this judgement. It will be good to invite the Attorney General to brief us and give his understanding so that we do not run afoul of the judgment,” stated Speaker Mudashiru Obasa.
In another development, the Assembly lauded the police for their successful operation against kidnappers in Lagos State, which led to the death of nine suspects.
The lawmakers decided to send letters of commendation to the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, and the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Adegoke Fayoade, acknowledging their efforts. Speaker Obasa praised the police officers involved and emphasized the need for stakeholders to fast-track considerations for the creation of state police to complement the federal police system.