An All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Ayekooto Akindele, has refuted the assertion made by Nollywood star-turned-politician Desmond Elliot, who represents Surulere I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, that he stepped down from the party’s primary election.
Earlier, DAILY POST reported that Elliot had announced his withdrawal from the ongoing primary, citing intimidation. However, Akindele countered this narrative on X, asserting that the actor actually participated in the election and suffered a decisive loss.
Calling Elliot’s claim preposterous, Akindele noted that the lawmaker hastily arranged a press conference after realizing he had no chance of winning. He stated: ‘Following the tally and announcement of results, and after enduring a crushing defeat in his own presence, Nollywood actor Desmond Elliot immediately convened a press conference, declaring he had withdrawn from the race and alleging that his ‘supporters’ were barred from voting. This is utterly ridiculous and typical of a sore loser and a desperate, overly ambitious politician who never intended to retire.’