VIDEO: Desmond Elliot apologises to Gbajabiamila, seeks reconciliation - Punch Newspapers

Politician and Nollywood Actor, Desmond Elliot...Photo Credit; IG/ desmondelliot

Lagos State lawmaker and actor, Desmond Elliot, has again apologised to the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, over his actions during the last All Progressives Congress primary election. Speaking during a meeting with Gbajabiamila and some party chieftains, the lawmaker begged on his knees and prostrated before the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, seeking reconciliation with the APC leadership in Lagos. According to a video shared by Lagos Junction on X on Sunday, Elliot expressed regret over his actions, saying he may have been misguided during the primary. The lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency I in the Lagos State House of Assembly also pledged to renew his loyalty to the party’s leadership. He said, “I’m sorry. I have no excuse; I have nothing other than to say I’m deeply sorry. I’m deeply sorry, sir. And in our culture, we prostrate. Don’t be angry, Daddy.” Gbajabiamila subsequently asked Elliot to get up. Recall that the lawmaker had earlier apologised to Gbajabiamila during an appearance on TVC’s Your View, saying he may have offended his political mentor in the course of his political engagements. Elliot said any misunderstanding between them was unintentional, adding that he remained committed to party unity and the development of his constituency. “I’m not saying, oh, yes, media will come out, oh yes, Desmond begs again. Yes, because he’s my egbon. And I grew up learning everything I knew in politics through him,” he said. Tackling the renewed inflation 2027 budget: FG gives MDAs September 18 deadline Police launch rescue for six Zamfara Imams, Matawalle rallies support He added, “To err is human, to forgive is divine. So I’m sorry, my daddy, if I’ve offended you in any way.” The apology comes against the backdrop of political tensions surrounding the Lagos State House of Assembly leadership crisis, during which Gbajabiamila disclosed that he had faced difficulties at the Presidency over allegations linked to Elliot’s political activities. Gbajabiamila had said President Bola Tinubu confronted him over intelligence reports alleging Elliot’s involvement in moves surrounding the Assembly speakership tussle, a claim he denied at the time. The crisis, which was rooted in leadership disagreements within the APC, was eventually resolved following interventions by senior party leaders. 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎: 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐆𝐛𝐚𝐣𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐚, 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Credit: X | Lagos Junction — Follow us for more breaking news and videos pic.twitter.com/17rMyO44FO — Punch Newspapers (@MobilePunch) September 14, 2026 Olugbenga Ige Olugbenga Ige is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over nine years of professional reporting experience. He is known for his sharp eye for compelling stories and a strong instinct for identifying newsworthy developments. Over the years, Olugbenga has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, engaging, and well-structured reports that resonate with readers. His work reflects deep newsroom experience, editorial judgment, and a commitment to accurate, impactful journalism.

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