County officer in Western meets his match in political arena

A COUNTY OFFICER in Western seems to have met his match in the political arena. The officer, long accused of unleashing terror on residents and critics, announced ambitions for a parliamentary seat in the 2027 general election. However, his bid has hit turbulence after encountering a rival with equal if not tougher muscle. In recent days, goons allegedly linked to both camps clashed violently in what observers described as a supremacy test. Insiders now say the officer is contemplating abandoning his ambition, signalling a rare case of political surrender within the volatile county.

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A FORMER GOVERNOR from a vast region appears to be plotting a major political comeback ahead of the next election. The politician, recently spotted in close proximity to the powers that be, has been holding meetings with elders and key opinion leaders from his backyard. He reportedly ferries them to a city county, where he hosts them in lavish hotels in a bid to secure their endorsement. Insiders say he has already won the backing of a top party leader, whose ticket he believes will propel him to victory in the forthcoming polls.

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IT IS SAID nothing is as dangerous as a jilted lover. This seems to be the case in the political space as one of the political communication officers seems to have sworn to do everything possible to destroy an ally-turned-foe he dearly and viciously defended. Observers quip that personalised attacks paint the man as inadequate, and one who is more focused on his own ambitions and not the public good. Others believe money might have changed hands, although it is hard to prove the claim.

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WE RECENTLY TOLD you of a veteran politician from the mountain who had fallen out of favour with a top principal. The politician, who has on several occasions expressed higher ambitions, reportedly annoyed the principal and his aides over a remark suggesting failure to honour pledges. Now, after months of being locked out of the inner circle, the man is said to be back in favour and might be backed for a bigger political seat — reportedly after failing to convince his fiercest rival. The question, however, is whether he will accept to join an outfit whose popularity is seen to be on the decline.