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CORRIDORS: Popular woman rep on spot for berating voters
The politician has become morose and easily irritable lately.
10mon agoSTAR REPORTERCorridors-of-power
A major government enterprise faces accusations of arrogance and ignoring local communities. Residents allege the firm consistently dismisses their calls for consultation, prioritising external interests over local needs. Despite the parastatal's significant investment and presence, locals claim it fails to undertake projects that benefit the host community. In response, the community has reaffirmed its resolve, declaring that the era of being sidelined is conclusively over and demanding a more inclusive and respectful engagement process.
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A vocal senior official has reportedly been disciplined for overstepping authority and undermining their boss. The primary concern was communication, as the official often made public statements on ministry matters before the boss, creating a disconnect. Perceived as the one truly "running the show," the official received a formal reprimand. Following this memo, their approach has noticeably changed; they now consistently acknowledge and defer to their superior in all public engagements and communications, restoring the proper chain of command.
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A high-ranking member of a watchdog team allegedly suffered public embarrassment after incorrectly attempting to correct a public posting concerning a new nominee. Despite his insistence, his information was wrong, exposing his ignorance on a matter of general knowledge. The situation required the team's leader to intervene publicly to confirm the original, correct information. The leader clarified the facts and implicitly advised the member to properly acquaint himself with details before public commentary.
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A politician has reportedly reduced his activities after allegedly striking a deal with powerful interests. Sources suggest this slowdown is due to either an apparent lack of recent financial facilitation or his realisation that the assignment is damaging his chances of winning a parliamentary seat in a volatile region. Further complicating his position, a seemingly lack of clear direction from his sponsoring party has left him stranded and uncertain, directly informing his recent laid-back approach and diminished political engagements.
