Woman Who Brought Down The President (STORY) -- Part 1

This is a story about a new President who allowed his close female associate and Minister of Petroleum, Madam Lambo, to steal Billions belonging to the citizens of Nigeria while covering for her. She uses the managing director of the NNPC and two other money launderers to loot the Nigerian treasury with impunity. 

The massive stealing of the Nigerian people’s wealth went on for years until a no-nonsense lady in charge of the anti-corruption agency, Bolanle Rasaki, decided to strike and take down the big looters, irrespective of their connection to Mr. President. 

The story begins…

SCENE OPENS TO INTERIOR OF PRESIDENT OKONTA'S OFFICE - DAY

President OKONTA, a docile but charismatic leader, sits behind his desk. Madam LAMBO, an elegant and shrewd woman in her 50s, who’s the Minister of Petroleum, enters the office.

PRESIDENT OKONTA
Here you are Lambo, your face has been scarce in my presidential villa for some days now. It's nice seeing you this afternoon.

MADAM LAMBO
Thank you, Mr. President. I appreciate the opportunity to speak with you in private.

President Okonta gestures for Madam Lambo to sit down.

PRESIDENT OKONTA
So, what brings you here today? I hope all is going well in the Ministry of Petroleum?

MADAM LAMBO
All is good, sir. But I wanted to discuss a matter of some delicate nature with you. It's concerning our little secret, you know.

President Okonta's expression becomes serious.

PRESIDENT OKONTA
But I thought that issue was over after I gave you this important role as Minister?

Madam Lambo leans in closer, her voice lowered.

MADAM LAMBO
Calm down, Mr President. What I'm doing will benefit the two of us. I just needed to remind you that I have all the evidence of how you forged the signature of a retired Justice of the Supreme Court for your master's degree scholarship 22 years ago. I could have exposed you, but instead, I covered your secret.

President Okonta's eyes light up in surprise.

PRESIDENT OKONTA
Lambo…! Lambo…! Are you trying to blackmail me, your President?

MADAM LAMBO
Don't take it too personal, your excellency. You know that after your tenure I can't have this opportunity any more. So, this is my chance to make enough money. Afterall you know the salary of a Minister can't give me the kind of lifestyle I deserve after what I did for you… Mr President, permit me to go straight to the point. I have a candidate for the position of managing director of the NNPC. His name is Barnabas and he is well known in the oil industry. Sir, he's the only one I trust to help me make some money before the end of your administration.

President Okonta takes a moment to consider her desperate proposal.

PRESIDENT OKONTA
Lambo, you know I have a soft spot for you and I appreciate how you covered for me in the past. But please be careful so as not to get caught by the anti-corruption agency. I don't want anything that will stain my name after leaving office… You can go ahead, just make sure this your friend, Barnabas, can balance the account of NNPC without any red flags.

They shake hands, sealing their secret pact.

SCENE SHOWS MADAM LAMBO'S OFFICE - DAY

Madam Lambo sits behind her lavish desk, smiling as she makes a phone call. BANARBAS, her former course mate, walks into the office.

BANARBAS
Lambo, my secret crush. You're still a ravishing beauty after over two decades that we left the university. I envy you o, Lambo the Lamborghini.

MADAM LAMBO
Come off it, Banarbas! You're still talking about your crush after two women have given birth to grown up children for you? Please, have a seat. I have an important job for you.

Barnabas settles on a seat, curiosity piqued.

BANARBAS
Job for me? I'm all ears. Please tell me about it, Lambo.

Madam Lambo leans in closer, her voice filled with excitement.

MADAM LAMBO
I have nominated you as the Managing Director of the NNPC. And as you should know, with this position, you will have immense power over our country's petroleum resources.

Barnabas is taken aback but intrigued.

BANARBAS
What?! NNPC boss? That's a big one o. How did this come about?

Madam Lambo smirks, revealing her true intentions.

MADAM LAMBO
I was with President Okonta earlier and he has approved your appointment... You and I will work together to make money and live the life of luxury we deserve after serving this country.

Banarbas hesitates, considering the offer before him.

BANARBAS
I must admit, the temptation is strong. But are we not risking everything? I heard that the lady, Bolanle Rasaki, who's in charge at the anti-corruption agency is very stubborn o.

Madam Lambo leans back, a wicked grin on her face.

MADAM LAMBO
Come off it, Barnabas. She's just a small fish. With your knowledge of the oil industry and the President's protection, we will make all the money we want. Trust me, I have it all figured out. This alliance will bring us unimaginable wealth to live our individual dream lives. Be a man and don't disappoint me.

Banarbas takes a deep breath, his decision made.

BANARBAS
Alright, I'm in. Now that you're my boss I have no choice but to call you the Madam you have always wanted me to add to your name. So, thank you, Madam Lambo.

They both laugh and clink their glasses, sealing their corrupt partnership.

FADE OUT.

SCENE OPENS TO MADAM LAMBO'S LUXURIOUS LIVING ROOM - DAY

Madam Lambo, an elegant and powerful woman in her 50s, sits on a lavish couch, surrounded by opulence. She flips through a ledger, tracing her illicit financial activities. Ogundele, a charming man in his late 40s, and Chinasa, a beautiful woman in her early 40s, stand before her.

MADAM LAMBO
(looking up from the ledger) Ogundele, Chinasa, you've been my most trusted staff in my private affairs. You know the drill, so get yourselves prepared for travel. I've identified more properties to buy in Lagos as well as the US and UK.

CHINASA
(smiling) Of course, Honourable Minister. Always at your service ma.

OGUNDELE
(nodding) Chinasa has completed payment for the first three mansions you picked at the highbrow Banana Island. Meanwhile, I also have with me here documents on the rental properties and yachts I purchased on your behalf in the US and UK.

Madam Lambo smirks, pleased with their efficiency.

SCENE SHOWS MADAM LAMBO'S EXQUISITE DINING ROOM - NIGHT

Ogundele and Chinasa sit across from each other at a candlelit dinner table. Their eyes meet, and a spark ignites between them.

OGUNDELE
(whispering) Chinasa, we've been working together for a while now. Don’t you think it’s time we allow ourselves to explore things beyond just work?

CHINASA
(blushing) Hmmm Mr. Ogundele, looks like we've been thinking in the same direction. But we must be discrete. Madam Lambo is a dangerous character. 

OGUNDELE

(serious) Fear not my love. I am tired of serving this greedy woman and doing all the dirty work for her with the money that should belong to all of us. It's time for us to serve ourselves. I know she has some secret files in this house and I've been trying to pin them down. Once we locate those files, believe me if I tell you that it's over for Madam Lambo abi na Lamborghini.

SCENE SHOWS MADAM LAMBO'S SECRET ROOM - NIGHT

Shortly after dinner, Ogundele and Chinasa sneak into a hidden room in Madam Lambo's mansion. During a frantic search, they discover a stash of incriminating documents and photos.

CHINASA
(surprised) Look at this one, dear. These documents indeed tell a lot about Madam Lambo's dirty past with President Okonta, who’s married. If we use this against her, we can seize control of some of the properties we help her acquire.

OGUNDELE
(grinning) Good thinking, baby girl. It’s about time we come out of the shadows. With these documents, I will make sure Madam Lambo regrets ever underestimating us.

FADE OUT 🎬

See other episodes of

WOMAN WHO BROUGHT DOWN THE PRESIDENT: 

>> Part 2 Here 

>> Part 3 Here

>> Part 4 Here 

>> Part 5 Here 

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