A GOVERNOR HOPEFUL in one of the counties has faded from
social events where he once donated large sums at fundraisers. The politico
burst onto the scene with a flashy style that made many wonder about the source
of his funds. However, whisperers suggest that the extravagant politician allegedly got involved in underground
business in Nairobi, where he was reportedly swindled out of millions. It is
said he invested Sh20 million in a wash-wash deal but ended up sinking it all.
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AN OPPOSITION GOVERNOR is
reportedly quietly aligning with the ruling coalition. The county leader has
been subtly endorsing a government programme that his party leader strongly
opposes. The party leader has been vocal against the programme and has even
pledged that one of the first actions upon gaining power would be to scrap it.
Word on the street has it that the governor may lose his current party's
ticket, which is considered a crucial step toward winning the election in the
region.
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COUNTY WORKERS IN a
semi-arid region are reportedly planning to march to the county secretary’s
office to eject him and forcibly hand him over to the police. The workers
accuse the official, alongside others, of supposedly leading a mafia-like syndicate that has been
allegedly stealing from them. Specifically, they allege that their allowances
and daily subsistence payments have been misappropriated. The employees also
express growing frustration with the county chief, accusing the big man of seemingly turning a blind eye as
the officer continues to harass and exploit them.
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A PARLIAMENTARY ASPIRANT
is shaking up the political landscape, causing unease among rivals, including
the sitting MP, who has publicly questioned the source of his wealth. Owing to
his deep pockets, the aspirant has earned the nickname “Mr Moneybags.” He is
often seen in the company of political brokers actively promoting his candidacy
across the county. Reports suggest that voters are flocking to his rural home,
drawn by the steady flow of food and money. Meanwhile, other contenders for the
seat are said to be strategising ways to slow his momentum, but one thing remains
evident: they’ll need substantial financial muscle to compete.
