Alleges Intimidation of Supporters
- Odibo Victory
The incumbent lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency 1, Desmond Elliot, has declared his withdrawal from the Lagos All Progressive Congress (APC) House of Assembly primaries.
Elliot officially declared his withdrawal from the race over alleged intimidation and restriction during the primaries.
The Nollywood actor turned politician made the announcement in a viral video posted on X on Wednesday.
Speaking from his ward, Elliot stated that his supporters were intimidated and prevented from participating in the ongoing election.
He showed some of the supporters who were locked outside the polling centre with placards and posters containing his image.
“In all zones, they’ve been intimidating and stopping us.
“This is my ward. Those are my people outside. They’ve not been allowed in.” Elliot said.
He thereafter declared his withdrawal from the race and wishes everyone goodluck.
“I’m officially announcing my withdrawal from this race. Goodluck.” The embattled lawmaker said.
See video below