Paulson Kasana Semakula Luttamaguzi, born on December 25, 1979, is the Member of Parliament for Nakaseke South County, representing the National Unity Platform (NUP).
He is currently facing a serious...
Internal Affairs Minister Kahinda Otafiire expressed his appreciation for the security agencies, including the Police, UPDF, and sister security agencies, for successfully ensuring the safety of attendees at the Nyege Nyege festival. In a post on his social media account, Minister Otafiire praised the Ugandan security forces for their diligent efforts in securing Ugandans and foreign tourists throughout the festival.
“I would like to commend and congratulate Ugandan sister security forces; Uganda Police Force and the UPDF for the job...
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni embarked on a visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday, responding to an invitation extended by Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi.
Warmly welcomed by Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, President Museveni expressed his anticipation for fruitful discussions with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and the engagement of Arab investors in exploring investment prospects within Uganda.
“I...
Uganda Police announced the disposal of 56 kg of illegal substances valued at 3 billion Uganda shillings. Conducted on November 10, at the Nsambya Police clinic, the destruction process involved burning various narcotics, including 6 kg of heroin, 6 kg of cocaine, and 7 kg of methamphetamine.
According to the Police statement, the confiscated substances were seized at Entebbe International Airport between 2020 and 2023. Following extensive investigations, authorities successfully convicted those responsible for the illicit activities.
During the disposal procedure,...
Security operations have been significantly intensified for this year's Nyege Nyege festival in Jinja, following terror alerts issued by the United Kingdom and the USA. Despite the warnings, festival organizers and attendees have remained determined to proceed with the event.
Uganda, renowned for its robust security measures, has mobilized all its security agencies to ensure the safety of festival-goers from around the globe who have gathered for this annual celebration.
Darius Nandida, the Jinja Regional Commander of the Central Region...
Henry Musasizi, the minister of state for General duties, has called upon internal auditors to move away from traditional compliance and retrospective auditing methods and adopt a more proactive approach.
During the annual general meeting of the Local Government Internal Auditors Association held on November 9, 2023, at the Colline Hotel in Mukono, Musasizi emphasized the need for auditors to remain current and address emerging threats that may not have been previously encountered or may pose complex challenges.
While retrospective auditing...
A police officer has been shot while attempting to intercept a stolen Toyota Land Cruiser (Reg.No. KDH790K) from Kenya. The incident took place on November 9, 2023 near the central Lira Police station, leaving the officer, identified as Tony Ebong, injured in the stomach. Ebong is currently receiving treatment at Lira Regional Referral Hospital.
According to Patrick Jimmy Okema, the spokesperson for North Kyoga police, a joint operation involving regular police and flying squad operatives has been launched after receiving...