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INT. NGOZI'S APARTMENT - NIGHT

The apartment is small but tidy. Ngozi, sharp and driven, paces while Mr. Okechukwu, older and more reserved, sips tea. Scattered papers detailing Chijioke's alleged misdeeds cover the table. A laptop sits open, displaying a draft press release.

NGOZI (Frustrated) The journalist is late. This is crucial. We need to get this out before Chijioke can spin his narrative.

MR. OKECHUKWU Patience, Ngozi. He'll be here. This is a significant story, he understands the implications. The evidence we've compiled… it's irrefutable.

NGOZI I know, but the longer we wait, the more time Chijioke has to prepare his defenses. He's a master manipulator; he'll try to discredit us.

MR. OKECHUKWU We anticipate that. That's why we've prepared multiple contingencies. We've cross-referenced every document, every witness statement. Our strategy is airtight.

Ngozi sighs, running a hand through her hair.

NGOZI I just… I can't shake this feeling of unease. This is bigger than just exposing Chijioke; it's about justice, about accountability. So many people have been hurt by his actions.

MR. OKECHUKWU I understand your apprehension, Ngozi. But we've done everything we can. We've meticulously documented everything. The journalist is a seasoned professional; he knows how to handle this.

A knock at the door. Ngozi rushes to answer it. A man, ADAOBI, mid-thirties, with a sharp, observant gaze, enters. He carries a large notepad and a recorder.

ADAOBI (Smiling) Ngozi, Mr. Okechukwu. Apologies for the delay. Traffic was… unpredictable.

NGOZI (Relieved) Adaobi, please, come in. We're ready.

They sit around the table. Ngozi gestures towards the documents.

NGOZI We've compiled everything here. Financial records, witness testimonies, emails… everything that proves Chijioke's fraudulent activities.

MR. OKECHUKWU We're particularly concerned about his manipulation of the community development fund. The evidence shows a clear pattern of embezzlement and misappropriation of funds.

Adaobi carefully reviews the documents, making notes.

ADAOBI This is… substantial. I've been following Chijioke's career for some time, and this is far more extensive than I anticipated. This could be a major exposé.

NGOZI That's exactly what we want. We want the public to know the truth. We want Chijioke held accountable for his actions.

MR. OKECHUKWU We've also prepared a list of potential questions and answers for the press conference. We need to anticipate his counterarguments.

Adaobi nods, flipping through the prepared Q&A.

ADAOBI Excellent. This is a strong foundation. We'll need to refine the messaging, ensure it's concise and impactful. We'll also need to consider the potential backlash. Chijioke is influential; he'll fight back.

NGOZI We're prepared for that. We have the truth on our side.

MR. OKECHUKWU And we have the evidence to back it up.

Adaobi smiles, a glint of determination in his eyes.

ADAOBI Then let's get to work. We have a story to tell.

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