Nollywood actor-turned-politician Desmond Elliot has revealed that he relied on his personal funds from the film industry to support the operations of his constituency office while serving as a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly.
Elliot, who represented Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly, disclosed that he personally financed the running of the office during his time in public service.
According to the former lawmaker, proceeds from his career in filmmaking helped him cover the expenses needed to keep the office functional and accessible to constituents.
“I used my personal funds from film to run the office while I was serving as a Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Surulere Constituency I,” Elliot stated.
The actor, who transitioned into politics after years in Nollywood, has often spoken about his experience balancing his entertainment career with public service responsibilities.
Elliot served as a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly from 2015, where he represented the interests of residents in Surulere Constituency I and participated in legislative activities before leaving office.
His latest revelation has sparked discussions online, with many Nigerians sharing their views on the challenges lawmakers face while managing constituency responsibilities.
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@wvitaminQ:”Personal funds from film? Bros, the same film industry wey person no dey see your movie again since you enter politics? Which one you dey fund exactly?”
@Mount Ay:”this man should go and rest…who is he fooling.. he should publish government payment to his account… as if we don’t know jumbo allowances and salaries they collect as bench warmers… politicians and their appointtess are what Nigeria resources feeding”
@Providence Essien:”This is another film here, so you’re trying to say Actors are richer than politicians?”
@Eustas Alagamba:”Back on the beat. If the film money was the koko, why were you crying and begging when the SHA ticket was reassigned to another loyalist?”
@JK classic:”Is that why you don’t want to leave the office?”