Former lawmaker said to regret backing protests after liquor shop raid

WHO IS THIS former lawmaker who had initially thrown her weight behind the recent fuel hike protests but is now reportedly regretting her stance after one of her wines and spirits shop on the outskirts of the city was looted during the chaos? The politico, who has lately been gravitating towards a certain political camp, is said to have developed health complications after receiving news of the incident, that she had to be rushed to hospital for checkup. Those close to her claim she lamented that the unrest had ultimately turned against some of the very people who had supported the demonstrations.

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STILL ON FUEL hike, an outspoken anti-government businessman was reportedly overheard celebrating after Monday’s protests unfolded “successfully”. We are told as demonstrations intensified, the official purportedly hosted a group of like-minded associates at his residence, where they feasted and drank deep into the night while monitoring events. Our mole whispers that the mood at the gathering was one of excitement, with attendees hailing the protests as proof of growing public frustration.

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A FORMER GOVERNMENT official is said to be quietly positioning himself for a powerful city administrative post as recruitment for the influential office gathers pace. Corridors of Power is informed that intense lobbying has begun behind the scenes, with competing political camps keen on influencing who lands the strategic position. The office has repeatedly been held in acting capacity, fuelling claims of instability and internal power struggles within the devolved unit. Insiders say the latest recruitment process could reopen old rivalries and trigger fresh bureaucratic turf wars among senior figures.

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A PRIVATE FIRM linked to a politician is facing growing scrutiny following allegations of abrupt dismissals, delayed salaries and failure to issue employment contracts to workers. Former employees claim staff were recently sent home without notice just days before payday, only for management to allegedly go silent on pending dues. Corridors is told labour officials could soon be drawn into the matter as pressure mounts over claims the company may have been possibly operating outside standard employment procedures. The allegations have now triggered anger among affected workers, with many now seeking compensation and accountability.

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