The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has expressed openness to contesting for a senatorial or gubernatorial position, depending on his party’s direction.

Speaking on Television Continental on Thursday, Obasa addressed past remarks about his political ambitions, clarifying his potential interest in a higher office.

When pressed on whether this ambition still holds, he emphasised that while he has personal goals, any decision would align with his party’s leadership and collective strategy.

“Every politician has ambitions, but you get to a stage where you cannot determine what comes next. If you believe in the party structure, you understand that it’s about consultation, consensus, and the leadership’s direction,” he said.

He added that while personal aspirations are valid, final decisions must align with the party’s strategic considerations.

Obasa, who recently weathered a political crisis that temporarily led to his removal and return as Speaker, also downplayed the likelihood of seeking another term in the Assembly.

Asked if he would seek a fifth term as a legislator, he replied, “Not really,” suggesting that his focus may now be shifting to higher political roles.


The speaker’s comments come amid growing speculation about potential successors to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, whose second term ends in 2027.

Obasa has been a prominent figure in Lagos State politics, serving as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly since 2015. Representing Agege Constituency 1, he is a key member of the All Progressives Congress, the ruling party in Lagos State.