Elliot, who was seeking re-election to represent Surulere Constituency I, had withdrawn from the primary after alleging that his supporters were intimidated and prevented from accessing the venue. The development reportedly deepened tensions between him and Gbajabiamila, who had backed Barakat Odunuga-Bakare in the contest.
The two politicians were seen together on Sunday in a viral video, where Elliot knelt before Gbajabiamila and pleaded for his forgiveness and reconciliation with the APC leadership in Lagos. Expressing remorse, the actor-turned-politician said he had no excuse for his actions and promised to conduct himself better in the future.
“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,” Elliot said.
Gbajabiamila, however, asked him to rise, saying, “There is no… please, get up.”
In a statement shared on Instagram after their meeting, Elliot described Gbajabiamila as his political father, mentor and leader, and reaffirmed his loyalty and respect for him.
He said no political ambition or temporary disagreement was worth damaging a relationship built over years of trust, guidance and shared commitment to the progress of the APC and the people of Surulere.
Elliot also appealed for unity among party members, saying he remained committed to the ideals of loyalty, service and respect for party leadership, while expressing appreciation to his constituents and Gbajabiamila for their continued support and belief in him.
