Desmond Elliot Prostrates as He Apologises to Gbajabiamila in Viral Video
Lagos State House of Assembly member Desmond Elliot went on his knees in a widely shared video while apologising to Femi Gbajabiamila, the new President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff. The clip, which went viral on X and WhatsApp groups on Monday morning, shows Elliot, a former Nollywood actor and lawmaker, offering a measured script of contrition.
Elliot referenced a recent controversy in which he and Gbajabiamila’s supporters had sharply exchanged criticism. In the clip, he said he asked for forgiveness, noting that the matter should not fester in Lagos politics.
Viewers who first saw the clip on social media were taken aback by its length and the prostration. Some speculated that Elliot was carrying out damage control ahead of the next election cycle, while others saw it as an end to the feud.
Gbajabiamila has yet to respond publicly, although private messages from Lagos APC members suggested that the missive had been acknowledged and that business can resume.
Video Continues to Generate Reactions
For now, the video continues to draw comments hours later, with many viewers rewatching the clip where Elliot goes down on his knees.
For a man who made his name in the film industry, the public relations move is a curious blend of old-timey politics and celebrity. It marks a conscious effort to shift from his previous image as a telegenic politician to one that leans more towards the stoic and pragmatic.
The unusual public apology has therefore become another talking point around Desmond Elliot, with social media users continuing to debate what prompted the gesture and what it could mean for his political relationships going forward.
