Lagos lawmakers Hon. Lanre Afinni and Hon. Sylvester Ogunkelu face police interrogation over alleged vandalism during Assembly crisis
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]wo Lagos State lawmakers, Hon. Lanre Afinni and Hon. Sylvester Ogunkelu, are under police interrogation following allegations of vandalism during the political turmoil in the Lagos State House of Assembly.
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The crisis erupted on 13 January when Speaker Mudashiru Obasa was removed while on a trip to the United States, with Deputy Speaker Mojisola Lasbat Meranda replacing him.
Sources reveal that Ogunkelu, representing Epe 2, and Afinni, representing Lagos Island Constituency 2, are accused of damaging government property while retrieving the legislative mace—a symbol of authority—during the leadership change.
Reports indicate that the duo allegedly forced their way into the Clerk’s office, which was locked at the time, leading to destruction of state assets.
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Authorities reportedly summoned both lawmakers for questioning. While Ogunkelu remains in detention, Afinni was released due to health concerns.
Quadri Olaitan is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, public affairs, and human-interest stories.
