Desmond Elliot Withdraws from Lagos Assembly Primaries, Cites Intimidation at Polling Centres
Nigerian actor and lawmaker Desmond Elliot has officially pulled out of the Lagos State House of Assembly primaries, announcing his withdrawal in a video that circulated widely on social media on Wednesday.
In the footage, the Surulere I representative alleged that the exercise was marred by intimidation and obstruction, preventing his supporters from participating.
“My name is Desmond Elliot. In all zones, they have been intimidating and stopping us. I want to officially announce my withdrawal from this particular race,” he said. “This is my ward. If you go outside, those are my people, and they have not been allowed, so I am officially announcing my withdrawal from this race. Good luck, thank you.”
Elliot, who currently represents the Surulere I constituency in the Lagos State House of Assembly, had been seeking re‑election on the ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
— Daily Guide