The Uganda Police Force has assured the public that security across the country remains stable, urging businesses and residents to continue their daily activities without fear. In statements issued on Saturday, ACP Kituuma Rusoke, the police spokesperson, said the current police deployment is purely preventive and aimed at protecting lives and property. “The streets are…
Hon. Balaam Barugahara, Minister of State for Youth and Children Affairs, has commended the Electoral Commission and its chair, Justice Simon Byabakama, for what he described as one of the most transparent, peaceful, and credible elections in Uganda’s history. “I commend Justice Byabakama and the commission for organizing one of the most transparent, peaceful and…
Police have denied claims that National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has been arrested, saying security deployment around his home in Magere is purely precautionary and aimed at preventing disorder. Police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke dismissed reports circulating on social media that Kyagulanyi had been apprehended, describing them as…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Abbas Byakagaba, has assured Ugandans and election stakeholders of adequate security during the 2026 General Elections, pledging that law enforcement agencies are fully prepared to maintain peace and order throughout the electoral period. The assurance was made on Tuesday during a briefing of accredited election observers held at Mestil…
Kotido — Police in Kotido Municipality have arrested four senior officials of Kotido Municipal Council over alleged corruption and misappropriation of funds earmarked for road rehabilitation and maintenance. According to the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, the suspects include Town Clerk Okaja Emmanuel, Senior Civil Engineer Okidi Gasper, Senior Internal Auditor Akello Deo Nyanga, and Assistant…