Remorseful Alimosho LG Boss Withdraws Lawsuit Against Lagos Assembly, Tenders Apology

Jelili Sulaimon, the suspended chairman of the Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State has withdrawn his ill-conceived lawsuit against the State Assembly members. He also begged for forgiveness, following his pride induced misconduct and disrespect to the House as a veritable institution of democracy.

Sulaimon’s apology is coming less than a month after he was indefinitely suspended for non-compliance with budgetary/financial procedures, defiance against and unyielding attitude to the legislative House.

In his ‘Letter of Apology’ which he personally signed and addressed to Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, hardworking speaker of the assembly, the embattled chairman conceded that his actions regrettably disrespected the House.

While expressing regret, he promised, through his letter that was read on the floor of the House, to henceforth hold the House with reverence and respectfully work harmoniously with the legislators.

Also, through another letter on his instructions by his lawyers, Sulaimon explained that he had withdrawn the suit he filed against the Assembly before a Federal High Court, Abuja.

The letter of apology read in part: “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.

“Upon reflection, I realised that my conduct and certain decisions I made might have been perceived as disrespectful or contrary to the standard of leadership and the mutual respect that defines the relationship between the Assembly and the local government leadership.

“This was never my intention. I deeply regret any discomfort or displeasure this may have caused your personality as well as the entire House.

“I have always held the Lagos State House of Assembly and your esteemed office in particular, in the highest regard.

“Any action or miscommunication that may have suggested otherwise was an unfortunate oversight on my part. I am committed to fostering a more constructive and respectful relationship going forward.

“Once again, I sincerely apologise for any inconveniences caused by my actions or inactions,” the letter read as Jelili promised to work closely with the House henceforth.