CORRIDORS OF POWER
A GOVERNOR WHO had avoided using the office occupied by his predecessor has finally agreed to operate from it. This is after the elders intervened and reconciled the two leaders. Sources say the county boss had allegedly insisted the office be cleansed before he could move in, citing a fallout with the former governor before the election. He reportedly feared his predecessor may have planted spirits in the office. Following the elders’ intervention and traditional rites, the governor has now agreed to use the office.
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A POLITICAL FIGURE has ignited talk in his circles for being too preoccupied with a dream at the expense of an assignment that needs immediate attention. Some of the politician’s close allies were overheard lamenting that their leader is not giving the matter at hand the warranted attention, warning of negative consequences. They argue that the situation could play into the hands of rivals keen to make a political statement from the same development that continues to stir concern within political circles in the region.
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CONCERNS ARE MOUNTING over the conduct of the chairperson of a powerful parliamentary committee, who is accused by colleagues of purportedly paying little attention to committee business. Sources say the chairman allegedly spends much of his time glued to his mobile phone, either playing games or chatting online, even during crucial meetings. As a result, it is said that he rarely follows proceedings or provides direction despite presiding over the committee. Last week, several members reportedly expressed frustration with his leadership. A proposal to remove him as chair was, however, shelved after it emerged that he s enjoys close ties with powerful figures.
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A FORMER POLITICAL leader has reportedly fallen out with her longtime political kingpin amid succession battles ahead of the 2027 elections. The former MP, who has often grabbed headlines for her dramatic public conduct, is said to have severed ties with the influential leader after reports emerged that he had settled on a more reserved politician to contest a key county seat. Sources indicate the ex-lawmaker is now possibly seeking political refuge in an opposition formation. However, insiders say her influence in the county has waned following the fallout with the community’s political kingpin.
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