Corridors of power

Is a top official who was recently co-opted into the government taking it too far with his show of power and opulence? While the man's socialite style of showing off his lavish living is not new, observers think he is stretching it too far, especially after the popular revolt against politicians displaying their wealth. Recently, the man allegedly took to a radio station to brag about his power, dismissing all dissenting voices in his party that their objection to the government does not count. He reportedly claimed that with him and top officials falling behind the government, no other voice matters in his outfit.

 
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A Cabinet secretary’s envy of a governor—his former ally—has taken an unusual turn. Determined to match the governor’s legal credentials, the CS supposedly enrolled for a postgraduate law diploma, vowing to surpass him. Drinking buddies hear frequent boasts about his political ambitions, fuelled by the governor’s strained party ties. A mole in the county boss’s inner circle sees this as more than personal rivalry. The view is that it is a calculated power play for the county chief’s seat, leveraging internal party divisions.
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Why is a man facing a capital charge and was recently involved in a dramatic incident in court still sitting on the board of a major parastatal? The man, who is a low level official of a major party and has links to an all powerful man, has been detained as his trail rolls on. But what baffles many is not the silence of the appointing authority but also that of the board's leadership. Is he being protected by his power networks in spite of the constitution requiring public officers to bring honour and integrity to their offices?
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A powerful official has triggered talk in his town after remaining mute as grassroots allies reportedly name him as the mastermind of a matter under probe by authorities. His refusal to deny involvement or endorse an independent probe fuels suspicion. Known for his regional political ambitions, many believe the crime allegedly served his interests. The silence speaks volumes, eroding public trust in accountability. The man's interest in the politics of his county and the entire region is a poorly kept secret and it is claimed it may have motivated the action that has been called into question.