Lagos Assembly Breaks Silence, Denies Buying Abuja Houses For Lawmakers

The Lagos State House of Assembly has dismissed claims that provisions were made in the 2026 budget to acquire residential properties in Abuja for lawmakers.

Assembly officials described the reports as false, misleading, and deliberately intended to misinform the public.

In a joint statement issued by the Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Strategy and Security, Hon. Stephen Ogundipe, and the Chairman of the House Committee on Economic Planning and Budget, Hon. Sa’ad Olumoh, the lawmakers clarified that the budget contains no allocation for the purchase of houses in Abuja or any location outside Lagos State.

They labelled the allegations as baseless and politically driven.

The Assembly emphasized that its legislative duties, oversight functions, and constituencies are all confined within Lagos State, making the claims both unreasonable and illogical.

According to the lawmakers, it would be irrational to suggest that public funds would be deployed to provide personal accommodation for legislators outside the state.

They also noted that the full budget document is publicly accessible and clearly outlines the government’s commitment to addressing the needs of Lagos residents while ensuring prudent financial management.

The statement further revealed that the House of Assembly’s capital expenditure for 2026 represents less than 0.04 percent of the state’s total capital spending, underscoring the legislature’s responsible use of public funds.

It added that in previous fiscal years, the Assembly often did not exhaust its approved capital allocations.

The lawmakers urged residents to disregard the false reports and rely solely on verified and official sources for accurate information.

They warned that individuals or groups responsible for spreading the claims risk legal action if they fail to substantiate their allegations.

The Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, accountability, good governance, and the welfare of Lagos residents, in line with the objectives of the 2026 Budget of Shared Prosperity.