Nigerians express anger as a video of Desmond Elliot distributing perfumes, markers, and jotters to youths on the streets of Lagos goes viral. The actor turned politician secured reelection in the 2023 general elections, representing Surulere constituency.
Elliot, partaking in what appears to be an APC rally, distributed gifts to the youth on the streets, with many seen scrambling for their share. However, his actions have drawn criticism from many Nigerians, who accuse him of being disconnected from the harsh realities faced by most citizens in the midst of the struggling economy.
See some reactions to the video of Desmond Elliot here
@don_marrtyynz said: “Naaah Desmond Eliot really fell off, see what that party has turned him into. Bruhhhh 😭😭😭😭😭”
@DareHardy09 wrote: “APC has weaponised poverty to the extent they can share gala and the masses will be happy 😭😭”
@franksdonald stated: “Air freshener as per say dem dey stink with poverty, Awwwwwww I love it 🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭🤭”
@teablack75 opined: “It’s not inhumane to be honest… It’s self inflicted suffering & embarrassment. Why go there in the first place??? Why?”
@47kasz added: “Jotter and marker to write & mark today’s date cos them go too Regret”
@Shehuuidris said: “People are hungry, una they share perfume 🥲”
Watch video here
What’re they sharing again??? APC people no go kee me 😭 pic.twitter.com/ao8mPh0huk
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) February 1, 2024