Lead image for Talk of Town: Foreigner boasts of winning land cases by compromising senior officers .
A foreigner was recently overhead bragging how he wins land cases by compromising senior officers. The man, who is notorious for land grabbing cases, has a sensitive matter in court and was heard narrating how he met two senior officers this week and agreed on terms that would ensure decisions go in his favour. Apparently, a former judicial officer, who was fired years back and is now practising as an advocate, played the role of broker in arranging the meeting, showing how corruption is deeply rooted in the corridors of justice.
Trouble over succession battles
A senior politician at the centre of rumours about a major political realignment is reportedly growing hostile towards a colleague touted as his possible successor in the 2027 political equation. The politician is said to have turned a powerful decision-making forum into an arena for settling scores. Our little bird says he firmly shut down the colleague, leaving those present stunned. The incident became a talking point in political circles, with insiders worried the succession battle is becoming more complicated. Some players are calling for intervention before the differences escalate.
From Mr Broke to Mr Moneybags
A government official who secured his position following the rapprochement between former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and President William Ruto is reportedly smiling all the way to the bank every Friday, if claims by his close aides are anything to go by. The official allegedly receives regular payments from a senior executive seeking “protection”. The claims have fuelled whispers over the source of the official’s seemingly deep pockets, particularly given his growing reputation for turning up at fundraisers, especially in his home area, with generous contributions nearly every weekend.
Big man bans opposition MP
An opposition MP is a troubled man after reportedly being declared persona non grata at a powerful office, following an alleged fallout with an influential individual. The legislator, who has kept political watchers guessing over his 2027 seat, is said to be in trouble over cash entrusted to him for distribution to colleagues. Sources familiar with the drama claim the MP allegedly disappeared with the money, leaving the powerful man furious. The MP is now said to be distressed, quietly searching for a way to mend fences and regain the confidence of the influential figure.