JUST WHY IS a powerful oversight committee chairperson causing a stir back home? The lawmaker has drawn the ire of locals after being supposedly pictured in a jovial mood with a senior security figure as security continues to deteriorate in the county. Residents are now wondering why the chair has not summoned the officer to explain the worsening situation. Curiously, it is alleged the lawmaker has repeatedly come to the officer’s defence whenever questions over his performance arise. Residents now want the chair to demand answers and accountability, rather than appear too cosy with the officer.
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A SENIOR STATE functionary is at the centre of a storm in his county amid allegations linking him to illegal mining activities. The controversial site has faced mounting calls from residents for closure over alleged health and environmental concerns, with a minor reportedly dying there. The officer is accused of using threats, intimidation and inducements to silence those who have raised concerns about the operation. Frustrated residents are now appealing for intervention, saying their attempts to have the matter addressed have repeatedly been thwarted.
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UNEASE HAS GRIPPED staff of a devolved unit amid fears some officers could soon be struck off the payroll. The employees, reportedly recruited by the current administration, are said to be seemingly facing the axe after an investigative agency recommended their removal. Insiders claim a deal has since been reached with the county to shield some senior officials accused of overseeing their recruitment. The affected officers are allegedly lacking the requisite academic papers and credentials. But those who have served for more than two years are vowing to remain, setting the stage for a showdown.
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JUST WHY HAS a senior state functionary maintained a steady silence despite frequent calls for him to act on a serious national concern? This is the question some lawmakers were heard asking themselves. The officer has allegedly neither responded to the concerns nor moved to tame the problem, days after being put on the spot by politicians. The lawmakers wondered why he has remained silent, yet he is regularly seen politicking and commenting on national issues outside his docket. His silence has left some leaders questioning what could be behind his apparent reluctance to act.
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