Lagos lawmaker and actor Desmond Elliot has alleged that several of his supporters were denied access to the venue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries, raising concerns over the conduct of the exercise.
Elliot made the allegation while reacting to developments surrounding the party’s primary election, claiming that individuals believed to be loyal to him were prevented from participating in the process.
According to the lawmaker, the situation created tension among party members and supporters who had arrived at the venue expecting to take part in the exercise. He described the incident as unfortunate and called for fairness and transparency in the conduct of party affairs.
“My supporters were denied access,” Elliot said, insisting that all aspirants and their loyalists should be given equal opportunity during the primary process.
The Surulere representative, who is seeking another term in the Lagos State House of Assembly, said the alleged restriction undermined internal democracy and could discourage genuine participation within the party.
Sources at the venue reported confusion and heightened security presence as party officials attempted to manage the crowd and maintain order during the accreditation process.
Although APC officials had yet to officially respond to the allegation as of the time of filing this report, some party members dismissed the claims, arguing that security and accreditation guidelines were applied uniformly to all participants.
The development comes amid growing political tension ahead of the 2027 general elections, with intense competition already emerging among aspirants across several constituencies.
Elliot has recently voiced concerns over intimidation and political pressure within the build-up to the primaries, including complaints about the withdrawal of security aides attached to him.
Political observers say the latest controversy reflects deeper internal rivalries within the ruling party in Lagos State, where competition for party tickets remains highly contested.
Despite the dispute, party leaders have continued to urge members to remain peaceful and avoid actions capable of disrupting the primary process.
