- Desmond Elliot has sparked reactions after promising to donate ₦1 million and stating that he would need to find the money because he does not steal in politics.
- The comment was made during an appearance on the Morayo show and quickly gained attention online.
- While some social media users reacted with laughter and sarcasm, others questioned the statement, particularly given the relatively modest amount involved.
Lagos lawmaker and actor-turned-politician Desmond Elliot has generated reactions online following a statement in which he promised to donate ₦1 million while emphasizing that he does not steal while serving in public office.
Speaking during an appearance on the Morayo show, Elliot said he would look for ₦1 million to donate, adding that he was unsure where he would get the money because his style of politics does not involve stealing public funds.
According to him:
“I will look for 1million Naira to donate to you, I don’t know where I will get the money from because my own kind of politics I don’t steal.”
The statement quickly attracted attention on social media, with many users reacting humorously while others questioned the comment and its implications.
The lawmaker’s remarks come shortly after he reiterated in a separate interview that honesty remains the foundation of his political career and that he does not engage in corruption while in office.
Reactions
@Dejih024
Lmaoooooo
Yeye
@hill_osewengie
Just imagine how you havw become.
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@Gfemiiiiiiiiiii
Oya nah dad
@Sensespeaks
Clown, its just 1M
