Court okays lagos assembly to probe ambode

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Court Okays Lagos Assembly to Probe Ambode

The Lagos State High Court has given the green light to the Lagos State House of Assembly to proceed with its investigation into the activities of former Governor Akinwunmi Ambode.

The court, in a ruling delivered on Monday, dismissed an application filed by Ambode, seeking to stop the probe. Ambode had argued that the assembly lacked the powers to investigate him, citing the principle of separation of powers.

However, the court disagreed, holding that the assembly has the constitutional powers to investigate any matter, including the activities of the executive arm of government.

The court also ruled that the assembly's powers to investigate are not limited to the governor's office, but extend to all branches of government.

The probe, which was initiated by the assembly in June, is focused on alleged financial mismanagement and abuse of office by Ambode during his tenure as governor.

The assembly has summoned several officials, including former commissioners and special advisers, to testify before the committee investigating the allegations.

Ambode's administration was marked by controversy, with allegations of corruption and mismanagement of public funds. His successor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has promised to investigate the allegations and recover any mismanaged funds.

The court's ruling is seen as a major victory for the assembly and a setback for Ambode, who had sought to block the probe. The investigation is expected to continue, with the assembly likely to summon more witnesses and documents to aid its inquiry.