The Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Meranda, has paid a poignant tribute to the late Hon. Victor Oluwasegun Akande, a former lawmaker who represented Ojo Constituency I in the Assembly from 2015 to 2023. Meranda described Akande as a true “symbol of justice and community service,” expressing profound sorrow over his passing.

In a statement shared via her official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Friday, August 1, 2025, Deputy Speaker Meranda eulogized the deceased, emphasizing his significant contributions during his time in public service. “Today, I pause in heartfelt sorrow to honour the memory of Hon. Victor Oluwasegun Akande, former Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ojo Constituency I,” she wrote.

Meranda highlighted Akande’s impactful tenure as the Chairman of the Assembly Committee on Justice, Human Rights, Public Petitions, and the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC). She noted that his efforts in these roles consistently reflected “a deep commitment to justice, integrity, and the well-being of Lagosians.”

The Deputy Speaker extended her heartfelt condolences to Akande’s family, friends, and constituents, praying for strength and comfort for them during this period of mourning.

“Though he is no longer with us, his legacy of public service, advocacy for justice, and unwavering dedication to community will endure,” Meranda added. “May his soul rest in perfect peace even as we ask that his family receives the fortitude to bear this great loss.”

Hon. Victor Akande’s contributions to the legislative landscape and his constituency are remembered as a testament to his commitment to good governance and the welfare of the people he served.