Purge in energy sector leaves civil service high echelons in panic

Panic has gripped the high echelons of the civil service following the weekend's dramatic exit from office involving top energy sector figures over alleged corruption claims. One senior official was overheard speaking on the phone at an airport while heading out of town, admitting they were unsure “who could be next” as fears of a wider purge take hold. The official warned of looming turbulence in the months ahead, saying some officers are bracing for difficult times. The anxiety, insiders say, is widespread, with even calls for prayers doing the rounds. Could a bigger crackdown on graft be in the offing? Only time will tell.

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Has a former corporate heavyweight-turned-politician committed political suicide? Word has it that the man, once an insider of the top echelons, has reportedly aligned himself with a camp seen as out of touch with the political mood on the ground, leaving residents baffled by the move. He now appears to have backed off even before the contest he had positioned himself for begins. This comes as two formidable heavyweights within a popular political outfit square off for dominance. Is this a case of cutting losses early or a miscalculation that could cost him dearly?

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A lawmaker is said to be increasingly becoming a lone ranger in his own backyard, raising concern among his allies that his 2027 path may be slipping away. A growing number of local leaders have reportedly deserted him, with some openly declaring they would rather align with the prevailing political tide. Corridors of Power understands that a high-stakes meeting is in the works, with insiders saying the agenda is blunt, that is, to decisively bury his political ambitions.

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A deep-pocketed contractor has quietly assembled a formidable political machine, setting the stage for a likely declaration of his MP bid. The behind-the-scenes mobilisation has reportedly rattled the camp of the incumbent, who is said to be increasingly uneasy about the looming challenge. Insiders say the lawmaker now faces an uphill battle against an opponent widely viewed as both influential and resourceful. With deep financial muscle and expansive networks, the contractor’s expected bid could transform what was once a safe seat into a high-stakes political contest.