Lagos lawmaker Desmond Elliot has rejected the outcome of the APC House of Assembly primary for Surulere Constituency I, where he lost to Barakat Odunuga‑Bakare (11,385 votes to 270). Elliot alleged violence, intimidation, and that his supporters were denied access to voting venues. He insisted he never withdrew from the race and will formally appeal through the party’s mechanism. Odunuga‑Bakare is believed to have the backing of Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila.
Key Points:
Elliot’s refusal to accept the result could trigger an intra‑party crisis in Surulere.
Allegations of violence and fake membership cards highlight concerns about internal APC democracy.
The appeal process may delay the final confirmation of the party’s candidate.
Elliot’s claim that only the party can ask him to step down shows he still sees himself as loyal.
The outcome tests Gbajabiamila’s influence over Lagos APC structures.
Sources: P.M. News
