Big ego, bigger trouble? Parastatal boss ‘unbecoming’ conduct ruffles powerful feathers

A powerful State corporation under the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife has become the subject of intense corridor gossip, with its boss reportedly leaving both junior and senior staff exasperated over what insiders describe as an increasingly abrasive leadership style.

The boss is said to have earned a reputation for routinely disregarding directives from superiors, publicly dressing down junior officers and even openly contradicting or reprimanding members of the institution’s board during official engagements. The conduct, sources whisper, has created an atmosphere of unease, with many employees quietly questioning how long the situation can persist.

What has reportedly irked colleagues even more is the executive’s alleged habit of casually name-dropping influential government figures in conversations, seemingly to project political backing and discourage dissent.

According to insiders, the repeated references to powerful personalities have become so commonplace that they no longer impress many within the organisation, but instead fuel resentment among staff.

The whispers grew louder after the parastatal boss allegedly had a frosty encounter with a senior political operative who was unimpressed by what was perceived as an inflated ego and dismissive attitude.

Those familiar with the exchange claim the influential figure left the meeting vowing to “teach the boss a lesson.”

Whether the confidence is well-founded or the promised political reality check eventually comes to pass remains to be seen. In the corridors of power, however, many are watching—and waiting.