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Mugabe son-in-law Chikore 'has security chiefs concerned'
25 Mar 2017 at 11:10hrs | Views
The son-in-law of President Robert Mugabe, Simba Chikore, reportedly has security officials concerned after apparently taking over control of Mugabe's close security unit (CSU).
The officials are worried that the long-time leader's protection could be compromised because Chikore doesnot have any known training in VIP protection.
Security chiefs who believe he is compromising the president's close protection by interfering with the work of his security and protocol officers.
The development comes at a time Chikore has also taken over the day-to-day running of ailing flag carrier Air Zimbabwe, (AirZim) reportedly relegating chief executive officer Ripton Muzenda to a figurehead.
Sources said Chikore is taking major decisions, including those which should be the prerogative of the CEO.
"Chikore has effectively overshadowed Muzenda because of his proximity to the first family and the direct communication he has with Transport minister Joram Gumbo.
Sources also said the dysfunctional relationship between Chikore and Muzenda has paralysed the struggling parastatal, which is on the verge of collapse.
The officials are worried that the long-time leader's protection could be compromised because Chikore doesnot have any known training in VIP protection.
Security chiefs who believe he is compromising the president's close protection by interfering with the work of his security and protocol officers.
Sources said Chikore is taking major decisions, including those which should be the prerogative of the CEO.
"Chikore has effectively overshadowed Muzenda because of his proximity to the first family and the direct communication he has with Transport minister Joram Gumbo.
Sources also said the dysfunctional relationship between Chikore and Muzenda has paralysed the struggling parastatal, which is on the verge of collapse.
Source - Newsday
