In pursuit of this ambition, Chibaya was said to have established a taskforce to spearhead the by-election campaigns as directed by party leader Nelson Chamisa.
However, the taskforce is reportedly composed of his close allies, colloquially referred to as his "blue-eyed boys."
The source said that this taskforce, reportedly active across Zimbabwe's ten provinces, is diligently mobilising support for Chibaya's vice presidential bid.
The source divulged that the Bulawayo taskforce is particularly active, given the imminent by-elections in that province.
“Notably, Chibaya's influence is apparent in the composition of this task force, which includes figures like Gideon Shoko, a former Senator. Shoko's involvement has sparked controversy among CCC members in Bulawayo, who harbour reservations about his allegiance, suspecting him of being a sympathiser of Douglas Mwonzora, a rival political figure,” said the source.
The source added that allegations are rife that during the 2014 MDC congress, Shoko played a dubious role, contributing to Chamisa's defeat by Mwonzora for the position of Secretary-General.
Furthermore, the same source said that CCC members in Bulawayo accuse Shoko of previously exploiting aspiring candidates by soliciting bribes under the pretence of securing their party representation.
The source emphatically stated, "There's a growing discontent among CCC members in Bulawayo regarding Chibaya's actions. His association with people like Shoko, who is seen as a Mwonzora person and a man of double standards, is causing unrest within the party ranks."
