Intimidation Tactics: The lawmaker claims she has received numerous threatening phone calls warning her to drop her involvement in the investigation. Furthermore, she alleges she narrowly escaped an attempt on her life, directly accusing Oladiji of trying to silence her as a key figure in the impeachment push.

Defiant Stance: Despite the alleged threats, Fayemi-Obayelu has stated she will not back down. She reaffirmed the position of the lawmakers seeking Oladiji’s resignation or impeachment, asserting that “no form of intimidation or threat will stop me.” She also accused the Speaker of mismanaging funds meant for her constituents in Ilaje.

Speaker Denies Involvement: Speaker Olamide Oladiji has categorically denied any connection to the threats. He called for an independent investigation by security agencies and challenged the lawmaker to produce evidence supporting her serious allegations.

Political Tensions: Oladiji suggested the accusations might be politically motivated, linked to the upcoming election period and the lawmaker’s own political future within the Assembly, stating, “For the fact that she would not return to the House, that was the major problem.“

Allegations of Financial Misconduct: The move stems from allegations that Oladiji and his deputy mishandled ₦44 million related to the reordering of the Ondo State Oil-Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC) budget. Lawmakers claim the budget was reordered without proper consultation.

Ultimatum Issued: An anonymous source within the Assembly stated that the lawmakers are demanding Oladiji’s voluntary resignation to avoid the embarrassment of a formal removal during plenary. The source confirmed the impeachment process was initiated three weeks ago but was paused following interventions by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

Speaker Strongly Denies Claims: Speaker Oladiji has categorically denied all allegations, dismissing the impeachment plot and resignation rumours as false, malicious, and politically motivated. In a formal statement, his office described the reports as “a manufactured lie” and “a total figment of the imagination” aimed at destabilizing the legislature.

Governor Reportedly Advising Resignation: Despite the Speaker’s denial, the anonymous lawmaker claimed that Governor Aiyedatiwa has now advised Oladiji to resign following a recent meeting, solidifying the legislators’ resolve to proceed with the removal process if he fails to step down honourably.