Desmond Elliot apologizes and withdraws from Lagos Assembly primaries

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: May 20, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Desmond Elliot apologizes and withdraws from Lagos Assembly primaries

Lawmaker Desmond Elliot stated that he has already apologized to Chief of Staff Gbajabiamila, asserting that he will calm down when he is ready. Additionally, he officially announced his withdrawal from the Lagos State Assembly primaries. In other political news, Shehu Umar has also withdrawn his candidacy for the governorship position in Bauchi State.

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