Desmond Elliot Denies Corruption in Lagos Politics

Desmond Elliot, a member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Surulere, asserted during a Tuesday interview on the Morayo Brown Show that he does not engage in corrupt practices or steal public funds. He emphasized that his political career is driven by service rather than personal enrichment.

Elliot responded to an appeal from Beatrice Yesufu, who founded a non-profit organization to empower widows, and discussed the persistent corruption in Nigeria's political system. He argued that many politicians hoard wealth out of fear of losing political relevance.

Elliot highlighted his achievements in improving electricity supply in Surulere, noting that the area was in a terrible state ten years ago. He called for a political system tailored to Nigeria's realities and proposed a long-term plan for governance.

Elliot, who entered politics in 2014 and was first elected in 2015, expressed concern over the lack of capable successors to current President Bola Tinubu.