Governor’s plot to ambush party official flops

A GOVERNOR’S ALLEGED carefully orchestrated ambush against a senior party official collapsed spectacularly when speakers at his high-profile event deviated from the script. Instead of criticising the target as planned, attendees unexpectedly praised him, leaving the county boss red-faced.

Sources reveal the governor had allegedly received backing from a powerful figure displeased with the official.

Now, questions loom over whether the botched scheme will cost him future political support. Observers suggest the failed stunt exposes his weakening influence, while the intended target emerges stronger. 

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A SENIOR OFFICIAL RECENTLY reassigned in a reshuffle has reportedly refused to relinquish control of his former ministry.

Despite the transfer, he allegedly continues summoning directors, issuing veiled directives, and even chairing unofficial meetings—effectively sidelining his successor.

Insiders say some parastatal heads still report to him “out of loyalty”, torn between devotion and fear of his enduring influence.

The new officeholder has quietly raised concerns, but higher authorities remain silent, fueling speculation about unseen power dynamics. So far, silence reigns.

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A LAWMAKER IS the talk of the corridors of power for a long-held claim that his colleagues now say is debatable. The man has been claiming that he was part of the country’s significant history despite the glaring inconsistency between the events and his age.

Recently, the politician made the claim in a publicised event, triggering immediate reactions by a group of his colleagues.

They were overhead saying how the politico has got away with his unfounded credit for the events involving a big man in the country’s politics, blaming professionals engaging the fellow for being blind to the obvious falsehood.

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A TOP GOVERNMENT functionary from a restive region is not sitting pretty amid grumbles that he’s allegedly orchestrating the sacking of civil servants from the region.

Despite persuading the masses in a seemingly hurried press event, elected leaders allied to an outspoken party leader are having a field day accusing the top guru of seemingly enjoying the removal of his fellow tribesmen from their positions.

It remains to be seen if the member will finally hit the charged ground to convince the residents that his hands are clean.