Hon. Tunde Azeez, widely known across the community as Disco, has officially stepped down from his position as the Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government in Lagos State. His resignation brings an abrupt end to his tenure, following persistent and worsening health challenges that have restricted his ability to carry out the rigorous demands of his office.
Azeez had been placed on extended medical leave shortly after the council administration was inaugurated. According to sources within the council secretariat, his condition reportedly deteriorated over the months, ultimately leading him to formally tender his resignation letter to the legislative arm of the local government.
The resignation letter was read publicly during a plenary session by the Leader of the House, Adeshina Haruna, who emphasized that the former chairman’s decision was made out of necessity rather than choice. Haruna disclosed that Azeez expressed deep regret over his inability to continue serving but prioritized health, stating that he could no longer fulfil the responsibilities effectively due to the severity of his condition.
Following deliberations, the council legislators unanimously accepted Azeez’s resignation. They extended heartfelt appreciation for his dedication and contributions to Agege Local Government, offering prayers for his full recovery and wishing him well in his next chapter beyond public office.
His departure marks the close of a tenure characterized by administrative effort, grassroots engagement, and, at times, underlying political tension within the local government structure and the ruling party.
Ganiu Obasa takes over leadership
In accordance with statutory succession procedures, Ganiu Obasa, the son of the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has now assumed office as the new Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government.
Ganiu previously held the position of Vice Chairman under the Azeez administration. With Azeez’s exit, he automatically rose to the position of substantive chairman—an event that has not gone unnoticed within the political circles of Agege.
His journey to public office has been marked by intense intra-party contests. Despite his emergence as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for vice-chairman, he had initially faced rejection from some party factions who strongly opposed his earlier ambition to secure the party’s nomination for the chairmanship seat.
Although he was later disqualified from contesting for that top seat at the time, his eventual ascension—through constitutional succession—has reignited debates around internal party politics, influence, and the balance of power within Agege Local Government.
Allegations of political imposition resurface
The transition of leadership has once again revived allegations of political imposition within the Agege APC structure. Several stakeholders and residents have openly expressed concerns that the process leading to Ganiu Obasa’s takeover may have been orchestrated in advance to favour the Speaker’s son.
Protesters took to the streets shortly after the announcement, raising placards with bold inscriptions such as “Red Card, Obasa O to ge (It is enough).” The protesters accused party leaders of suppressing internal democracy and argued that the development reflects long-standing fears of political dominance by influential families.
Meanwhile, supporters of Ganiu Obasa have insisted that his emergence was strictly by law, noting that the succession followed the constitution governing local administration. They argue that the new chairman is fully capable of leading Agege and continuing the developmental agenda laid out by the previous administration.
As the dust continues to settle, many residents of Agege await the new chairman’s initial policy moves, hoping that his leadership will bring stability, progress, and renewed trust in the local government system.