Gbajabiamila Distances from Elliot Amid Political Uncertainty

Femi Gbajabiamila, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives and current member representing Surulere Constituency 1 in Lagos State, is reportedly distancing himself from Desmond Elliot, who is also a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly. Their previously strong political relationship is under strain as Gbajabiamila is quietly identifying potential replacements for Elliot, with Barakat Odunuga Bakar, a former special adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, being mentioned as a candidate for the state assembly seat.

This shift comes as Elliot approaches the end of his third term in 2027, raising questions about his political future without the backing of his former mentor. Despite the challenges, Elliot is advised not to prematurely conclude his political career, as he strategizes to navigate the changing dynamics in Lagos politics.