Political corruption and economic mismanagement were widespread. Mismanagement and corruption resulted in major economic problems. There were accusations of mismanagement and corruption. He has persistently been dogged by claims of corruption and financial mismanagement. The kingdom was facing extreme financial crisis due to mismanagement and corruption. Nevertheless, a legacy of fiscal mismanagement and corruption persists. Economic development has been hindered by years of military rule, corruption, and mismanagement. In the 1980s the Mobutu regime became a byword for mismanagement and corruption. They had accused him of financial misconduct and corporate mismanagement. Violence, Taliban threats, and widespread allegations of mismanagement and abuse marred the election. The patriot press provided emphasized British corruption, mismanagement, and tyranny. The fair ended in controversy over allegations of financial mismanagement. Gross economic mismanagement has been documented. Lay left behind "a legacy of shame" characterized by "mismanagement and dishonesty". Allegations of mismanagement and information suppression followed.