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Lagos 2027: Rhodes-Vivour Reopens Hamzat’s US Allegiance Controversy

The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has revived questions over the eligibility of Lagos Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, to...

Shehu Danladi - September 16, 2026

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Process Was Unfair’ — Desmond Elliot Rejects APC Primary Outcome in Surulere as Bakare Emerges Winner

Lagos, Nigeria — Actor-turned-politician and incumbent lawmaker, Desmond Elliot, has rejected the outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for Surulere Constituency...

Ola Adebayo - May 21, 2026

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Gbajabiamila Hails ‘Peaceful’ Lagos APC Primaries as Desmond Elliott Withdraws Over Alleged Intimidation

Lagos, Nigeria — Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, has commended the conduct of the All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Assembly...

Akeem Adebayo - May 20, 2026

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Desmond Elliot Withdraws from APC Lagos Assembly Primaries as Party Moves to Consolidate Surulere Support Base

Lagos, Nigeria — Lawmaker and Nollywood actor-turned-politician, Hon. Desmond Elliot, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries for Surulere Constituency 1 in...

Akeem Adebayo - May 20, 2026