Suspended Alimosho LG Chairman Apologizes to Lagos Assembly, Withdraws Legal Suit

Suspended Alimosho LG Chairman Apologizes to Lagos Assembly, Withdraws Legal Suit

The suspended chairman of Alimosho Local Government Area, Lagos State, Jelili Sulaimon, has formally appealed to the Lagos State House of Assembly for forgiveness, almost a month after his suspension. The chairman had been sanctioned over allegations of non-compliance, defiance, and an unyielding attitude toward the legislative body.

In a letter addressed to Speaker Mudashiru Obasa and read on the House floor on Tuesday, Jelili admitted that his actions may have conveyed disrespect to the Assembly. Expressing remorse, he vowed to uphold respect and maintain closer collaboration with the legislative body.

The embattled chairman also informed the Assembly, via a separate letter from his legal team, that he had officially withdrawn a lawsuit he previously filed against the Assembly in the Federal High Court, Abuja.

“I am writing to express my most sincere and heartfelt apology for any actions or inactions, misrepresentation or conduct on my part that may have contributed to the recent misunderstanding between myself and the esteemed Lagos State House of Assembly under your leadership,” Jelili’s letter began.

Reflecting on his conduct, he acknowledged that some of his decisions could have been perceived as disrespectful, an unintended oversight that might have strained the Assembly’s relationship with his office.

"This was never my intention. I deeply regret any discomfort or displeasure this may have caused your personality as well as the entire House," he continued, affirming his commitment to a “more constructive and respectful relationship going forward.”

The Assembly has yet to debate the letter.

Eromosele Ebhomele  

Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly